Tej Pratap Yadav, the elder son of RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav, has remained in the spotlight due to his controversial behavior and public statements. His recent actions have not only embarrassed his family but also brought political trouble for the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD).
1. Forced a Policeman to Dance on Stage
In March 2025, during a Holi celebration in Patna, Tej Pratap was caught on video forcing a police officer to dance. When the officer hesitated, he allegedly threatened him with suspension.
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2. Assault Allegations at Iftar Party
In April 2022, Tej Pratap was accused of physically assaulting multiple people during an Iftar party in Patna. Following this incident, RJD's youth wing city president Ramraj Yadav resigned, citing safety concerns.
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3. Misogynistic and Offensive Remarks
Tej Pratap made inappropriate and controversial remarks against political opponents, including Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and Deputy CM Sushil Modi, which were widely condemned as misogynistic and disrespectful.
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4. Personal Life and Drug Abuse Allegations
His ex-wife Aishwarya Rai accused him of drug abuse and claimed he would often dress up like Hindu deities such as Radha, Krishna, and Shiva. These personal revelations added to the public controversies.
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5. Bringing Brother-in-law to Official Meeting
In August 2022, Tej Pratap took his brother-in-law Shailesh Kumar—who held no official position—to a government meeting, triggering internal conflict within RJD and raising questions about propriety.
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Recent Fallout with the Family
In May 2025, Tej Pratap publicly claimed on Facebook that he was in a 12-year relationship with a woman named Anushka Yadav, sharing personal details. This act reportedly enraged his father, Lalu Prasad Yadav, who expelled him from the RJD and even disowned him from the family for 6 years.
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