ThePrint ThePrintAM:Who is Sanjay Yadav, Tejashwi's trusted aide under fire after RJD’s Bihar rout?
Nov 17, 2025
The podcast delves into the fallout from RJD's Bihar defeat, zeroing in on Sanjay Yadav, a trusted aide to Tejashwi. Allegations fly as Rohini Acharya resigns, claiming Yadav influenced her decision. Criticism mounts from party leaders, with accusations of betrayal and ticket selling surfacing. Yadav's supposed control over candidate choices and social media raises eyebrows. The discussion highlights his strategic roles in past campaigns and attempts to broaden RJD's base, amidst growing internal dissent.
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Family Fallout And Public Blame
- Rohini Acharya, Lalu's daughter, quit politics and disowned her family, alleging Sanjay asked her to do so.
- Tej Pratap's outfit and other family members also publicly targeted or criticised Sanjay after the defeat.
Sanjay As Party Gatekeeper
- Sanjay Yadav became Tejashwi Yadav's central political adviser and gatekeeper within RJD.
- His influence shaped candidate selection and campaign strategy that critics now blame for the electoral rout.
Public Ticket-Selling Confrontation
- RJD leader Madan Shah publicly accused Sanjay of taking large sums for assembly tickets and confronted his vehicle.
- Shah broke down and shouted, "I have been cheated, the ticket has been sold," directly blaming Sanjay.