After the historic victory of NDA in the Bihar assembly elections, turmoil has intensified within the Grand Alliance, particularly in RJD. Whispers of disagreement within the family and the organization were already heard even before the party's severe defeat, but the election results have made the situation explosive. Rohini Acharya, who donated a kidney to Lalu Yadav in 2022, announced on Saturday her decision to leave politics and cut ties with her family.
Rohini Acharya, who entered politics after the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, claimed in her social media post on platform X that she is taking all the blame and accusations upon herself, as it was suggested by Sanjay Yadav and Rameez. She is now exiting the political scene and severing ties with her family.
This statement brings into focus Sanjay Yadav, RJD's Rajya Sabha MP and the closest ally to Tejashwi Yadav. No official response has been received from the party or the family yet, but sources say escalating discontent in the family might prompt party supremo Lalu Yadav to possibly take action against Sanjay Yadav in the coming days.
Is there Discontent Regarding Sanjay Yadav in Lalu’s Family?
Indeed, two members of the Lalu family, Tej Pratap and Rohini, have openly expressed dissatisfaction regarding Sanjay Yadav. Allegations point towards Sanjay Yadav as the reason for Tej Pratap Yadav’s ousting from RJD. Tej Pratap openly holds Sanjay accountable and has targeted him, calling him ‘Jaichand’ on several occasions. Now, Rohini Acharya seems to be voicing the same sentiment. Previously, Rohini had objected to Sanjay sitting in the front seat of Tejashwi's 'Bihar Rights Yatra' bus.
Source: aajtak
Who Exactly is Sanjay Yadav?
This raises the question of exactly who Sanjay Yadav is, around whom such turmoil revolves within Lalu's family. Let us delve into his background—
Sanjay Yadav originally comes from Mahendragarh in Haryana. Known for his academic excellence, Sanjay pursued an M.Sc in Computer Science followed by an MBA. He has a strong grasp on management, data analysis, and strategic planning. Before entering politics, he worked in a private firm. His speech reflects a touch of Haryanvi, but his influence in Bihar’s politics matches that of seasoned veterans.
Friendship Blossomed with Tejashwi in Delhi
According to available information, Sanjay and Tejashwi's friendship dates back several years. Their first meeting took place in Delhi. It's said that both initially played cricket together. From 2012 onwards, Sanjay Yadav’s involvement in RJD drastically increased, as Tejashwi started seeking political counsel from him. Consequently, Sanjay left his job to join Tejashwi as a full-time party worker. Since the 2015 Bihar elections, he has been active in the party. Currently, he is considered Tejashwi’s right hand. In 2024, RJD sent Sanjay Yadav to the Rajya Sabha.
Pivotal Role of Sanjay Yadav in the 2025 Elections
Sanjay Yadav's role is reported to be significant in this round of assembly elections. From RJD’s strategy to seat sharing, to social media, Sanjay’s presence has been crucial. Tejashwi kept Sanjay by his side during election meetings and coalition discussions. It’s reported that in matters of ticket allocation, Sanjay Yadav had a considerable influence, and many decisions were made based on his advice, spurring protests within the party. Consequently, several party leaders have accused Sanjay of being the reason their tickets were canceled.
