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Last Updated:<\/span>November 15, 2025, 16:10 IST<\/time><\/p>\nRohini Acharya, daughter of Lalu Prasad Yadav, quits politics and disowns her family after RJD’s poor performance in the 2025 Bihar Assembly Elections.<\/h2>\n\n<\/p>\nRohini Acharya<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\nRashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) patriarch Lalu Prasad Yadav\u2019s daughter, Rohini Acharya, on Saturday announced that she is quitting politics and disowning her family, a day after the party suffered a major setback, securing only 25 seats in the 2025 Bihar Assembly Elections.<\/p>\nTaking all the blame, Rohini hit out at Sanjay Yadav, who is a close confidant of Tejashwi Yadav, for her decision and alleged that it was Sanjay Yadav and Rameez who \u201casked” her to do so.<\/p>\n\u201cI\u2019m quitting politics and I\u2019m disowning my family\u2026 This is what Sanjay Yadav and Rameez had asked me to do \u2026nd I\u2019m taking all the blame,” she said in a post on X.<\/p>\n\n\nI\u2019m quitting politics and I\u2019m disowning my family \u2026This is what Sanjay Yadav and Rameez had asked me to do \u2026nd I\u2019m taking all the blame\u2019s\u2014 Rohini Acharya (@RohiniAcharya2) November 15, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\nAccording to political observers, Rohini\u2019 post is being viewed as a pressure tactic after her brother, Tejashwi Yadav did not immediately act against RJD rebel Sanjay Yadav and his aide Rameez Alam.<\/p>\nAs per sources, she was among the first to publicly object when Sanjay was seen occupying Tejashwi\u2019s seat in the \u2018rath\u2019 during the Tejashwi Yatra. Many within the party believe she felt Sanjay was increasingly controlling the narrative around Tejashwi.<\/p>\nParty sources said that so far there is no indication that Lalu Prasad or Rabri Devi have pressured Tejashwi to take action against Sanjay Yadav. Rohini\u2019s announcement of \u201cdisowning the family” is being interpreted as an emotional move aimed at pressurising her parents to intervene in the internal feud.<\/p>\nWho Is Rohini Yadav?<\/h3>\nA medical graduate who chose to become a homemaker after marriage and settle down with her husband and children in Singapore, Rohini earned immense respect after donating a kidney to her father and remains an influential voice in the RJD camp.<\/p>\nLast year, she contested on an RJD ticket in the Saran Lok Sabha seat, which her father had represented years ago, but failed to wrest the constituency from BJP\u2019s Rajiv Pratap Rudy, a several-term MP.<\/p>\nTej Pratap\u2019s Expulsion<\/h3>\nHer remarks have\u00a0exposed widening rifts within the Yadav family. Earlier this year, the former Chief Minister expelled his eldest son, Tej Pratap Yadav, from the RJD and family for six years after a social media post went viral. The post, containing a photograph of a woman named Anushka Yadav, claimed that Tej Pratap had been in a relationship with her for the past 12 years. The post created uproar in Bihar\u2019s political circles, giving ammunition to rivals and deepening divisions within the RJD.<\/p>\nAfter his expulsion, the former minister launched a new political platform under the banner of \u2018Team Tej Pratap Yadav\u2019. He went on to form the Janshakti Janata Dal, which contested the election solo and also put up a candidate against Tejashwi from Raghopur. But the move failed to make any impact \u2014 the party drew a blank across the state, and Tej Pratap himself lost from Mahua.<\/p>\nRJD\u2019s Poll Debacle In Bihar<\/h3>\nThe ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA), comprising two main constituents \u2014 BJP and JD(U) \u2013decimated the Mahagathbandhan, an alliance of Congress, RJD and other parties, in Bihar on Friday to retain power.<\/p>\nWith the final tally placing the NDA at 202 seats and the Opposition alliance reduced to just 34, the mandate stands out as one of the most emphatic the state has witnessed in more than a decade.<\/p>\nWithin the ruling coalition, the BJP led the charge with 89 seats, followed closely by the JD(U) at 85. Strong performances by allies \u2014 LJP(RV) with 19 seats, HAM with 5, RLM with 4, along with several smaller partners \u2014 cemented the NDA\u2019s dominance across the state.<\/p>\nIn sharp contrast, the Mahagathbandhan crumbled under the wave. The RJD managed just 25 seats, the Congress collapsed to 6, and the Left parties together secured only 3. The BSP and IIP picked up one seat each. <\/p>\nA day after, RJD adopted a tone of resilience and humility. In a post on X, the party stated that public service is \u201can unceasing process, an endless journey,” adding that setbacks and successes are both natural parts of political life. Emphasising that there is \u201cno sorrow in defeat and no arrogance in victory,” the RJD reaffirmed its commitment to representing the marginalised. It stressed that, as a party of the poor, it will continue to raise their concerns and fight for their rights.<\/p>\nThis is a developing story<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<\/span><\/p>\nShobhit Gupta<\/a><\/p>\nShobhit Gupta is a sub-editor at News18.com and covers India and International news. He is interested in day to day political affairs in India and geopolitics. He earned his BA Journalism (Hons) degree from Ben…Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nShobhit Gupta is a sub-editor at News18.com and covers India and International news. He is interested in day to day political affairs in India and geopolitics. He earned his BA Journalism (Hons) degree from Ben… Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nFirst Published:<\/span><\/p>\n\nNovember 15, 2025, 15:37 IST<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nNews<\/a> politics<\/a> Lalu Prasad Yadav’s Daughter Rohini Acharya Quits Politics, Family After RJD’s Bihar Poll Debacle<\/span><\/div>\n\n\nDisclaimer: Comments reflect users\u2019 views, not News18\u2019s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use<\/a> and Privacy Policy<\/a>.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nRead More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) patriarch Lalu Prasad Yadav\u2019s daughter, Rohini Acharya, on Saturday announced that she is quitting politics and disowning her family, a day after the party suffered a major setback, securing only 25 seats in the 2025 Bihar Assembly Elections.<\/p>\n
Taking all the blame, Rohini hit out at Sanjay Yadav, who is a close confidant of Tejashwi Yadav, for her decision and alleged that it was Sanjay Yadav and Rameez who \u201casked” her to do so.<\/p>\n
\u201cI\u2019m quitting politics and I\u2019m disowning my family\u2026 This is what Sanjay Yadav and Rameez had asked me to do \u2026nd I\u2019m taking all the blame,” she said in a post on X.<\/p>\n
\nI\u2019m quitting politics and I\u2019m disowning my family \u2026This is what Sanjay Yadav and Rameez had asked me to do \u2026nd I\u2019m taking all the blame\u2019s\u2014 Rohini Acharya (@RohiniAcharya2) November 15, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\nAccording to political observers, Rohini\u2019 post is being viewed as a pressure tactic after her brother, Tejashwi Yadav did not immediately act against RJD rebel Sanjay Yadav and his aide Rameez Alam.<\/p>\nAs per sources, she was among the first to publicly object when Sanjay was seen occupying Tejashwi\u2019s seat in the \u2018rath\u2019 during the Tejashwi Yatra. Many within the party believe she felt Sanjay was increasingly controlling the narrative around Tejashwi.<\/p>\nParty sources said that so far there is no indication that Lalu Prasad or Rabri Devi have pressured Tejashwi to take action against Sanjay Yadav. Rohini\u2019s announcement of \u201cdisowning the family” is being interpreted as an emotional move aimed at pressurising her parents to intervene in the internal feud.<\/p>\nWho Is Rohini Yadav?<\/h3>\nA medical graduate who chose to become a homemaker after marriage and settle down with her husband and children in Singapore, Rohini earned immense respect after donating a kidney to her father and remains an influential voice in the RJD camp.<\/p>\nLast year, she contested on an RJD ticket in the Saran Lok Sabha seat, which her father had represented years ago, but failed to wrest the constituency from BJP\u2019s Rajiv Pratap Rudy, a several-term MP.<\/p>\nTej Pratap\u2019s Expulsion<\/h3>\nHer remarks have\u00a0exposed widening rifts within the Yadav family. Earlier this year, the former Chief Minister expelled his eldest son, Tej Pratap Yadav, from the RJD and family for six years after a social media post went viral. The post, containing a photograph of a woman named Anushka Yadav, claimed that Tej Pratap had been in a relationship with her for the past 12 years. The post created uproar in Bihar\u2019s political circles, giving ammunition to rivals and deepening divisions within the RJD.<\/p>\nAfter his expulsion, the former minister launched a new political platform under the banner of \u2018Team Tej Pratap Yadav\u2019. He went on to form the Janshakti Janata Dal, which contested the election solo and also put up a candidate against Tejashwi from Raghopur. But the move failed to make any impact \u2014 the party drew a blank across the state, and Tej Pratap himself lost from Mahua.<\/p>\nRJD\u2019s Poll Debacle In Bihar<\/h3>\nThe ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA), comprising two main constituents \u2014 BJP and JD(U) \u2013decimated the Mahagathbandhan, an alliance of Congress, RJD and other parties, in Bihar on Friday to retain power.<\/p>\nWith the final tally placing the NDA at 202 seats and the Opposition alliance reduced to just 34, the mandate stands out as one of the most emphatic the state has witnessed in more than a decade.<\/p>\nWithin the ruling coalition, the BJP led the charge with 89 seats, followed closely by the JD(U) at 85. Strong performances by allies \u2014 LJP(RV) with 19 seats, HAM with 5, RLM with 4, along with several smaller partners \u2014 cemented the NDA\u2019s dominance across the state.<\/p>\nIn sharp contrast, the Mahagathbandhan crumbled under the wave. The RJD managed just 25 seats, the Congress collapsed to 6, and the Left parties together secured only 3. The BSP and IIP picked up one seat each. <\/p>\nA day after, RJD adopted a tone of resilience and humility. In a post on X, the party stated that public service is \u201can unceasing process, an endless journey,” adding that setbacks and successes are both natural parts of political life. Emphasising that there is \u201cno sorrow in defeat and no arrogance in victory,” the RJD reaffirmed its commitment to representing the marginalised. It stressed that, as a party of the poor, it will continue to raise their concerns and fight for their rights.<\/p>\nThis is a developing story<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<\/span><\/p>\nShobhit Gupta<\/a><\/p>\nShobhit Gupta is a sub-editor at News18.com and covers India and International news. He is interested in day to day political affairs in India and geopolitics. He earned his BA Journalism (Hons) degree from Ben…Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nShobhit Gupta is a sub-editor at News18.com and covers India and International news. He is interested in day to day political affairs in India and geopolitics. He earned his BA Journalism (Hons) degree from Ben… Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nFirst Published:<\/span><\/p>\n\nNovember 15, 2025, 15:37 IST<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nNews<\/a> politics<\/a> Lalu Prasad Yadav’s Daughter Rohini Acharya Quits Politics, Family After RJD’s Bihar Poll Debacle<\/span><\/div>\n\n\nDisclaimer: Comments reflect users\u2019 views, not News18\u2019s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use<\/a> and Privacy Policy<\/a>.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nRead More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
I\u2019m quitting politics and I\u2019m disowning my family \u2026This is what Sanjay Yadav and Rameez had asked me to do \u2026nd I\u2019m taking all the blame\u2019s\u2014 Rohini Acharya (@RohiniAcharya2) November 15, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\nAccording to political observers, Rohini\u2019 post is being viewed as a pressure tactic after her brother, Tejashwi Yadav did not immediately act against RJD rebel Sanjay Yadav and his aide Rameez Alam.<\/p>\nAs per sources, she was among the first to publicly object when Sanjay was seen occupying Tejashwi\u2019s seat in the \u2018rath\u2019 during the Tejashwi Yatra. Many within the party believe she felt Sanjay was increasingly controlling the narrative around Tejashwi.<\/p>\nParty sources said that so far there is no indication that Lalu Prasad or Rabri Devi have pressured Tejashwi to take action against Sanjay Yadav. Rohini\u2019s announcement of \u201cdisowning the family” is being interpreted as an emotional move aimed at pressurising her parents to intervene in the internal feud.<\/p>\nWho Is Rohini Yadav?<\/h3>\nA medical graduate who chose to become a homemaker after marriage and settle down with her husband and children in Singapore, Rohini earned immense respect after donating a kidney to her father and remains an influential voice in the RJD camp.<\/p>\nLast year, she contested on an RJD ticket in the Saran Lok Sabha seat, which her father had represented years ago, but failed to wrest the constituency from BJP\u2019s Rajiv Pratap Rudy, a several-term MP.<\/p>\nTej Pratap\u2019s Expulsion<\/h3>\nHer remarks have\u00a0exposed widening rifts within the Yadav family. Earlier this year, the former Chief Minister expelled his eldest son, Tej Pratap Yadav, from the RJD and family for six years after a social media post went viral. The post, containing a photograph of a woman named Anushka Yadav, claimed that Tej Pratap had been in a relationship with her for the past 12 years. The post created uproar in Bihar\u2019s political circles, giving ammunition to rivals and deepening divisions within the RJD.<\/p>\nAfter his expulsion, the former minister launched a new political platform under the banner of \u2018Team Tej Pratap Yadav\u2019. He went on to form the Janshakti Janata Dal, which contested the election solo and also put up a candidate against Tejashwi from Raghopur. But the move failed to make any impact \u2014 the party drew a blank across the state, and Tej Pratap himself lost from Mahua.<\/p>\nRJD\u2019s Poll Debacle In Bihar<\/h3>\nThe ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA), comprising two main constituents \u2014 BJP and JD(U) \u2013decimated the Mahagathbandhan, an alliance of Congress, RJD and other parties, in Bihar on Friday to retain power.<\/p>\nWith the final tally placing the NDA at 202 seats and the Opposition alliance reduced to just 34, the mandate stands out as one of the most emphatic the state has witnessed in more than a decade.<\/p>\nWithin the ruling coalition, the BJP led the charge with 89 seats, followed closely by the JD(U) at 85. Strong performances by allies \u2014 LJP(RV) with 19 seats, HAM with 5, RLM with 4, along with several smaller partners \u2014 cemented the NDA\u2019s dominance across the state.<\/p>\nIn sharp contrast, the Mahagathbandhan crumbled under the wave. The RJD managed just 25 seats, the Congress collapsed to 6, and the Left parties together secured only 3. The BSP and IIP picked up one seat each. <\/p>\nA day after, RJD adopted a tone of resilience and humility. In a post on X, the party stated that public service is \u201can unceasing process, an endless journey,” adding that setbacks and successes are both natural parts of political life. Emphasising that there is \u201cno sorrow in defeat and no arrogance in victory,” the RJD reaffirmed its commitment to representing the marginalised. It stressed that, as a party of the poor, it will continue to raise their concerns and fight for their rights.<\/p>\nThis is a developing story<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<\/span><\/p>\nShobhit Gupta<\/a><\/p>\nShobhit Gupta is a sub-editor at News18.com and covers India and International news. He is interested in day to day political affairs in India and geopolitics. He earned his BA Journalism (Hons) degree from Ben…Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nShobhit Gupta is a sub-editor at News18.com and covers India and International news. He is interested in day to day political affairs in India and geopolitics. He earned his BA Journalism (Hons) degree from Ben… Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nFirst Published:<\/span><\/p>\n\nNovember 15, 2025, 15:37 IST<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nNews<\/a> politics<\/a> Lalu Prasad Yadav’s Daughter Rohini Acharya Quits Politics, Family After RJD’s Bihar Poll Debacle<\/span><\/div>\n\n\nDisclaimer: Comments reflect users\u2019 views, not News18\u2019s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use<\/a> and Privacy Policy<\/a>.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nRead More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
According to political observers, Rohini\u2019 post is being viewed as a pressure tactic after her brother, Tejashwi Yadav did not immediately act against RJD rebel Sanjay Yadav and his aide Rameez Alam.<\/p>\n
As per sources, she was among the first to publicly object when Sanjay was seen occupying Tejashwi\u2019s seat in the \u2018rath\u2019 during the Tejashwi Yatra. Many within the party believe she felt Sanjay was increasingly controlling the narrative around Tejashwi.<\/p>\n
Party sources said that so far there is no indication that Lalu Prasad or Rabri Devi have pressured Tejashwi to take action against Sanjay Yadav. Rohini\u2019s announcement of \u201cdisowning the family” is being interpreted as an emotional move aimed at pressurising her parents to intervene in the internal feud.<\/p>\n
A medical graduate who chose to become a homemaker after marriage and settle down with her husband and children in Singapore, Rohini earned immense respect after donating a kidney to her father and remains an influential voice in the RJD camp.<\/p>\n
Last year, she contested on an RJD ticket in the Saran Lok Sabha seat, which her father had represented years ago, but failed to wrest the constituency from BJP\u2019s Rajiv Pratap Rudy, a several-term MP.<\/p>\n
Her remarks have\u00a0exposed widening rifts within the Yadav family. Earlier this year, the former Chief Minister expelled his eldest son, Tej Pratap Yadav, from the RJD and family for six years after a social media post went viral. The post, containing a photograph of a woman named Anushka Yadav, claimed that Tej Pratap had been in a relationship with her for the past 12 years. The post created uproar in Bihar\u2019s political circles, giving ammunition to rivals and deepening divisions within the RJD.<\/p>\n
After his expulsion, the former minister launched a new political platform under the banner of \u2018Team Tej Pratap Yadav\u2019. He went on to form the Janshakti Janata Dal, which contested the election solo and also put up a candidate against Tejashwi from Raghopur. But the move failed to make any impact \u2014 the party drew a blank across the state, and Tej Pratap himself lost from Mahua.<\/p>\n
The ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA), comprising two main constituents \u2014 BJP and JD(U) \u2013decimated the Mahagathbandhan, an alliance of Congress, RJD and other parties, in Bihar on Friday to retain power.<\/p>\n
With the final tally placing the NDA at 202 seats and the Opposition alliance reduced to just 34, the mandate stands out as one of the most emphatic the state has witnessed in more than a decade.<\/p>\n
Within the ruling coalition, the BJP led the charge with 89 seats, followed closely by the JD(U) at 85. Strong performances by allies \u2014 LJP(RV) with 19 seats, HAM with 5, RLM with 4, along with several smaller partners \u2014 cemented the NDA\u2019s dominance across the state.<\/p>\n
In sharp contrast, the Mahagathbandhan crumbled under the wave. The RJD managed just 25 seats, the Congress collapsed to 6, and the Left parties together secured only 3. The BSP and IIP picked up one seat each. <\/p>\n
A day after, RJD adopted a tone of resilience and humility. In a post on X, the party stated that public service is \u201can unceasing process, an endless journey,” adding that setbacks and successes are both natural parts of political life. Emphasising that there is \u201cno sorrow in defeat and no arrogance in victory,” the RJD reaffirmed its commitment to representing the marginalised. It stressed that, as a party of the poor, it will continue to raise their concerns and fight for their rights.<\/p>\n
This is a developing story<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<\/span><\/p>\nShobhit Gupta<\/a><\/p>\nShobhit Gupta is a sub-editor at News18.com and covers India and International news. He is interested in day to day political affairs in India and geopolitics. He earned his BA Journalism (Hons) degree from Ben…Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nShobhit Gupta is a sub-editor at News18.com and covers India and International news. He is interested in day to day political affairs in India and geopolitics. He earned his BA Journalism (Hons) degree from Ben… Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nFirst Published:<\/span><\/p>\n\nNovember 15, 2025, 15:37 IST<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nNews<\/a> politics<\/a> Lalu Prasad Yadav’s Daughter Rohini Acharya Quits Politics, Family After RJD’s Bihar Poll Debacle<\/span><\/div>\n\n\nDisclaimer: Comments reflect users\u2019 views, not News18\u2019s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use<\/a> and Privacy Policy<\/a>.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nRead More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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Shobhit Gupta is a sub-editor at News18.com and covers India and International news. He is interested in day to day political affairs in India and geopolitics. He earned his BA Journalism (Hons) degree from Ben…Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nShobhit Gupta is a sub-editor at News18.com and covers India and International news. He is interested in day to day political affairs in India and geopolitics. He earned his BA Journalism (Hons) degree from Ben… Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nFirst Published:<\/span><\/p>\n\nNovember 15, 2025, 15:37 IST<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nNews<\/a> politics<\/a> Lalu Prasad Yadav’s Daughter Rohini Acharya Quits Politics, Family After RJD’s Bihar Poll Debacle<\/span><\/div>\n\n\nDisclaimer: Comments reflect users\u2019 views, not News18\u2019s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use<\/a> and Privacy Policy<\/a>.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nRead More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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