CM Nitish will be extra baggage wherever he goes now: Tejashwi
The drama surrounding the political alliance in Bihar has reached new heights, with RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav recently targeting Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. In a shocking statement, Tejashwi declared that Nitish Kumar will be an “extra baggage” wherever he goes now.
The animosity between Tejashwi and Nitish Kumar stems from their long-standing rivalry, which has been fueled by a series of incidents in recent months. The latest development is the breakdown of the Grand Alliance, which was formed in 2015 between the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), the Indian National Congress (INC), and the Hindustani Awam Morcha (Secular) (HAM) to form the government in Bihar. The alliance was led by Nitish Kumar, who was the Chief Minister of Bihar.
Tejashwi, who is the younger son of Lalu Prasad Yadav, the founder of the RJD, has been at the forefront of the party’s efforts to strengthen its position in the state. In a recent interview, Tejashwi revealed that RJD Chief Lalu Prasad Yadav will “never” accept Nitish Kumar back in the alliance. He further stated that Lalu Prasad Yadav is willing to forgive Nitish Kumar for making a mistake once, but not twice.
“It is okay to forgive someone after they make one mistake…but now he has made the same mistake twice,” Tejashwi said in an interview. His statement implies that Nitish Kumar has committed a grave error, and therefore, it is impossible for the RJD to forgive him.
The rift between the RJD and Nitish Kumar’s party, the Janata Dal (United) (JD(U)), began when Nitish Kumar decided to break away from the Grand Alliance in August 2022. He cited differences with the RJD over the handling of the COVID-19 pandemic as the reason for his decision. However, many analysts believe that the real reason behind Nitish Kumar’s decision was the fear of being overshadowed by Tejashwi Yadav, who is seen as a young and charismatic leader with a strong following among the youth.
Tejashwi’s statement has sent shockwaves across the political landscape in Bihar. Many political observers believe that the RJD leader’s comment is a clear indication that the party is not willing to forgive Nitish Kumar for his betrayal. The RJD has been trying to regain its lost ground in the state, and the breakdown of the alliance has given the party an opportunity to strengthen its position.
On the other hand, Nitish Kumar’s decision to break away from the alliance has been widely criticized by many political leaders and analysts. They believe that Nitish Kumar’s decision was a clear betrayal of the trust placed in him by the people of Bihar. The JD(U) leader has been accused of being power-hungry and lacking the courage to take tough decisions.
The breakdown of the alliance has also led to a series of power struggles within the JD(U). Many party leaders have announced their decision to leave the party and join the BJP, which is seen as an attempt to weaken Nitish Kumar’s position. The BJP has been trying to capitalize on the situation, and many analysts believe that the party will emerge as a major gainer in the upcoming elections.
In conclusion, Tejashwi Yadav’s statement has sent a clear message to Nitish Kumar that he will be an “extra baggage” wherever he goes now. The RJD leader’s comment is a clear indication that the party is not willing to forgive Nitish Kumar for his betrayal. The breakdown of the alliance has given the RJD an opportunity to strengthen its position in the state, and the party is likely to emerge as a major player in the upcoming elections.
