Rohini Acharya’s Shocking Announcement: “Just Disowned My Brother”
In a dramatic escalation of tensions within Bihar’s Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), Rohini Acharya—daughter of party chief Lalu Prasad Yadav—publicly declared she had “disowned” her brother, Deputy CM Tejashwi Yadav. The revelation preceded her abrupt announcement of a trip to Mumbai, fueling speculation about a deepening family rift and political turmoil in the RJD.
The Cryptic Tweet That Shook Bihar Politics
Rohini, a physician and occasional social media commentator, dropped the bombshell on X (formerly Twitter):
“Just disowned my brother. Time to move on.”
Though she didn’t name Tejashwi directly, the timing and context left little doubt. The post sent shockwaves through political circles, given the Yadav family’s grip on Bihar’s opposition and the RJD’s high-stakes 2024 election plans.
Sources close to the family reveal the feud stems from:
– Disputes over party strategy and resource allocation.
– Frustration among Lalu’s other children over Tejashwi’s dominance in decision-making.
Mumbai Mission: Political Exit or Strategic Pause?
Rohini followed her disowning tweet with another cryptic message:
“Heading to Mumbai for personal reasons. Need some space.”
Analysts speculate:
– Rebellion brewing? Mumbai is a hub for political exiles (e.g., Sharad Pawar’s NCP operations).
– Family mediation? The Yadavs have a history of public spats followed by reconciliations.
Tejashwi’s Silence & BJP’s Reaction
The deputy CM has not responded publicly, but RJD allies downplay the feud:
“Tejashwi is focused on governance. This won’t affect the party.” — RJD Spokesperson
The BJP, however, seized the moment:
“RJD’s infighting proves their incompetence. Bihar needs stable leadership.” — Sushil Modi (BJP)
Yadav Family Feuds: A Recurring Theme
This isn’t the first public clash:
– 2021: Tej Pratap Yadav (another brother) threatened to quit RJD before reconciling.
– 2023: Rohini’s outburst suggests unresolved tensions over the party’s direction.
RJD’s 2024 Challenge: Unity at Stake
With elections looming, the RJD risks:
– Erosion of public trust if infighting continues.
– Opposition gains as BJP-JD(U) amplifies the “dysfunctional leadership” narrative.
Key Question: Will Rohini’s Mumbai trip defuse tensions—or spark a full-blown revolt?
