A dramatic political twist unfolded on Saturday when Rohini Acharya—daughter of RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav and sister of Tejashwi Yadav—announced she was quitting politics and “disowning” her family. Her declaration came barely a day after the Rashtriya Janata Dal suffered one of its worst electoral performances in a decade in the 2025 Bihar assembly polls, winning just 25 seats as part of the Mahagathbandhan alliance.
Her exit has reignited discussions about long-standing tensions within the Yadav family and the rising influence of Tejashwi Yadav’s close aides, particularly Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Yadav and political associate Rameez Alam. The unfolding feud is shaping up to be one of the most significant internal crises the RJD has faced in recent years.
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A Day After RJD’s Poll Debacle, Rohini Acharya’s Shocking Exit
In an unexpected move that has sent shockwaves through Bihar’s political landscape, Rohini Acharya announced on X (formerly Twitter) that she is “quitting politics” and “disowning” her family. Her post was emotionally charged and accusatory, stating:
“I’m quitting politics and I’m disowning my family … This is what Sanjay Yadav and Rameez had asked me to do … and I’m taking all the blame’s.”
Her statement came less than 24 hours after the Mahagathbandhan—of which RJD is the largest constituent—suffered a major defeat in the Bihar assembly elections. For the RJD, which has historically dominated large segments of the state, the result marked one of its worst performances in ten years, deepening internal discontent.
Sanjay Yadav and Rameez Alam at the Centre of the Storm
At the heart of Rohini’s grievances are Sanjay Yadav and Rameez Alam, both widely known as close confidants of Tejashwi Yadav.
- Sanjay Yadav, currently an RJD Rajya Sabha MP, is believed to have been Tejashwi’s chief strategist over the past several years.
- Rameez Alam, Tejashwi’s longtime friend from Uttar Pradesh, also comes from a politically active family and has considerable behind-the-scenes influence.
Rohini’s accusation that the two “asked her” to quit politics and distance herself from the family suggests a deep trust deficit and power struggle within the Yadav political circle.
‘I Have No Family’: Rohini’s Explosive Media Statement
Shortly after posting her message online, Rohini addressed the media at Patna airport before catching a flight to Delhi. Her brief but intense interaction with reporters exposed the extent of the internal fissures.
“I don’t have a family,” she said. “You should go and ask Tejashwi Yadav, Sanjay Yadav, and Rameez. They are the ones who threw me out of the family. They do not want to take any responsibility.”
She also alleged that anyone questioning the role of Tejashwi’s aides faced verbal attacks and humiliation.
“When you take the names of Sanjay Yadav and Rameez, you are thrown out of the house, disgraced, and abused,” she said, as quoted by PTI.
Her frustration appeared to stem not just from recent events but from simmering discontent over a longer period.
Internal RJD Sources Point to Deeper Turbulence
A senior leader from the Mahagathbandhan confided to the Hindustan Times that the issue is far more complex than what is visible on the surface.
“There is more to what meets the eye,” the leader said. “Rohini has issues with Sanjay Yadav pertaining to the latter’s stature as a key aide of Tejashwi. There could be some internal squabbling in the family, which led to Rohini making the post.”
This comment appears to validate rumours that Rohini has long harboured concerns about her limited authority within the party and the disproportionately large influence wielded by Sanjay Yadav.
Past Friction Within the Family
This is not the first time speculations about a rift involving Rohini, Tejashwi, and Sanjay Yadav have surfaced.
- In 2024, Rohini contested the Lok Sabha elections from Saran and lost.
- Reports at the time suggested she was unhappy with the lack of backing from the party leadership and upset with Tejashwi for allegedly sidelining her in favour of Sanjay Yadav.
- Both Tejashwi and Rohini dismissed these accusations then, but the tensions appear to have grown since.
Rohini’s latest remarks suggest that what once appeared to be minor disagreements eventually escalated into a damaging family conflict.
Sanjay Yadav Silent, Tejashwi Under Pressure
As of now, Sanjay Yadav has not responded publicly to Rohini’s serious allegations. Tejashwi Yadav, already under scrutiny after the electoral defeat, now finds himself battling both political setbacks and internal turmoil.
The timing of Rohini’s announcement—immediately after the Bihar polls—raises questions about whether the infighting may have affected campaign coordination and morale, contributing to the RJD’s poor performance.
A Family and a Party at a Crossroads
Rohini Acharya’s dramatic exit highlights deeper issues within the Yadav political family and the RJD leadership structure. Her allegations point toward a struggle over influence and decision-making, with Tejashwi’s inner circle appearing to play a major role in sidelining other voices.
As RJD tries to recover from a bruising electoral defeat, this public feud threatens to destabilise the party’s internal cohesion at a crucial moment. Whether the leadership manages to address the grievances or the rift widens further remains to be seen.
For now, Rohini’s departure has added a new and unpredictable chapter to Bihar’s political narrative—one involving family, power, and long-brewing discontent.
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