Tejashwi Yadav, leader of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), strongly criticized Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for their accusations of dynastic politics against his party. He argued that both parties are equally, if not more, involved in promoting family members in politics, thus lacking the moral authority to criticize the RJD.
Yadav highlighted instances within the BJP, citing examples like the sons of several Union Ministers and party leaders holding significant positions. He also pointed to Nitish Kumar’s close associates and their family members benefiting from political opportunities. He specifically mentioned RCP Singh’s son and other JD(U) leaders’ relatives.
He countered the dynastic politics charge by stating that his own political involvement stemmed from a natural progression following his father Lalu Prasad Yadav’s long political career and public support, unlike the BJP and JD(U) where individuals were “created” and thrust into positions of power. He emphasized that his rise was a consequence of people’s mandate and not imposed from above.
Yadav further accused Nitish Kumar of being opportunistic, shifting alliances for personal political gain. He questioned Kumar’s principles, referencing his past associations with various parties and his current alliance with the BJP after previously opposing them.
He asserted that the RJD’s focus remains on addressing issues of unemployment, inflation, and social justice, and that the attacks on his family are a diversionary tactic employed by his opponents to deflect from their own failures. He reiterated his commitment to fighting for the rights of the marginalized and underprivileged sections of society.
The RJD leader also claimed that the current government is failing to deliver on its promises and is actively suppressing dissent. He called for a focus on real issues facing Bihar rather than engaging in mudslinging and personal attacks. He concluded by stating that the people of Bihar are aware of the hypocrisy of his political rivals.
