Lalu Prasad Yadav Reaffirms Leadership

On July 5, 78‑year‑old Lalu Prasad Yadav was officially ratified as the national president of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) during a national council meeting that coincided with the party’s 28th foundation day in Patna.

Survey Launched for Bihar Assembly Candidates

Following his re‑election, Lalu announced a detailed grassroots survey to determine ideal candidates for the upcoming Bihar Legislative Assembly elections, expected in October–November 2025. He emphasized that final decisions would be made in coordination with his son and RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav.

Passing the Torch to a New Generation

Lalu praised 36‑year‑old Tejashwi for his active campaigning across Bihar’s rural constituencies. He acknowledged Tejashwi’s growing influence and encouraged party workers to invest energy in backing him.

Personal Tribute & Party Pride

Expressing gratitude, Lalu thanked his wife, former CM Rabri Devi, for upholding the party during his legal battles. Despite dealing with health issues, he reaffirmed his resolve not to abandon RJD’s mission.

National Presence & Appeal

The event drew delegates nationwide, including MV Shreyams Kumar from Kerala representing the RJD’s southern unit. Lalu appealed to members beyond Bihar’s borders to strengthen the party for the forthcoming elections.

Trivia Worth Noting

• Party Age: RJD was founded in June 1997 and marks 28 years of existence.
• Survey Strategy: Opinion polls suggest the RJD‑led Mahagathbandhan coalition is currently neck‑and‑neck with the NDA in Bihar, ahead of the October polls :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}.
• Leadership Legacy: Lalu first led RJD to power and later served as Railway Minister (2004–09), while Tejashwi served as Deputy CM (2015–17, 2022–24) :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}.

What Lies Ahead?

Lalu’s statement signals the start of a coordinated candidate evaluation process across Bihar. The survey’s outcome, combined with Tejashwi’s leadership, could define the party’s electoral strategy this year.

Source: ThePrint

Source: Theprint