Is Tej Pratap Yadav Planning a Political Comeback in Mahua?

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Key Takeaways
- Tej Pratap Yadav's visit to Mahua signals his intent to return to politics.
- He engaged with local supporters through Jan Samvad programs.
- His visit included paying homage at a local temple.
- The 'Jaichand' comment has stirred political discussions.
- His potential independent run from Mahua reflects his desire to redefine his political identity.
Patna, July 31 (NationPress) Tej Pratap Yadav, the elder son of former Bihar Health Minister and RJD chief Lalu Prasad, embarked on a politically charged visit to his former constituency, Mahua, igniting speculation about his potential reentry into local politics in light of the forthcoming Assembly elections.
Having previously served as an MLA in 2015 and holding the position of Health Minister, Tej Pratap commenced his visit with a gesture of respect towards Mahua, which stirred deep emotional responses among his supporters.
On Thursday, he also paid homage at the Radha Bihari Gajendra temple, further solidifying his spiritual ties and public rapport with the area.
Massive crowds turned out across various locations to greet him, and local supporters extended him a warm reception.
Tej Pratap held Jan Samvad programs at seven different venues within the constituency, aiming to address local concerns and reconnect with the electorate.
This return to Mahua might signal a political resurgence after a challenging period marked by personal controversies, especially the highly publicized Anushka Yadav episode and his estrangement from the Lalu family, which distanced him from both the RJD and active politics for a while.
In the wake of these events, he initiated his group, 'Team Tej Pratap', and redirected his focus to Mahua. Currently, Tej Pratap serves as the sitting MLA for the Hasanpur Assembly constituency in the Samastipur district.
However, recent developments hint at his intention to contest as an independent candidate from Mahua in the upcoming election, according to political analysts.
Amid his visit, Tej Pratap's controversial 'Jaichand' comment has sparked intense political discourse, with widespread speculation regarding its target—potentially hinting at betrayal or political rivalry within his former party, RJD.
This visit is perceived as a strategic maneuver to reclaim his political stronghold and gauge the waters for an independent campaign.
His aspiration to run from Mahua is interpreted as a reaffirmation of his political identity, separate from the mainstream RJD.