RJD spokesperson Mrityunjay Tiwari quits party, alleges neglect of loyal workers
Synopsis
RJD's prominent spokesperson Mrityunjay Tiwari has quit all party posts, accusing Tejashwi Yadav's inner circle of 'hollowing out the party like termites.' With Bihar elections on the horizon, the resignation exposes a loyalty crisis at the heart of the opposition's most influential regional force.
Key Takeaways
Mrityunjay Tiwari resigned from all RJD organisational posts on 16 July in Patna .
He alleged that Tejashwi Yadav and senior leaders ignored his repeated grievances.
Tiwari claimed certain individuals have 'hollowed out the party like termites' from within.
State RJD President Mangani Lal Mandal called it a minor issue and said grievances can be resolved.
Tiwari has not announced plans to join any other political party.
The resignation comes as Bihar parties prepare for upcoming electoral contests, raising speculation about political realignments.
Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) spokesperson and senior leader Mrityunjay Tiwari on Thursday, 16 July resigned from all his organisational posts within the party, citing the alleged neglect of dedicated workers and the dismissal of internal grievances by top leadership. The resignation, announced from Patna, marks a significant internal rupture for the RJD at a time when Bihar's political parties are gearing up for electoral contests.
The Allegations
Tiwari alleged that he had repeatedly attempted to raise concerns before State RJD President Mangani Lal Mandal and other senior office-bearers, but received no response. He further alleged that Leader of the Opposition Tejashwi Yadav also failed to take cognisance of his grievances.
'No one can continue in politics while facing constant humiliation. We stood by the Rashtriya Janata Dal even during its most difficult times. (RJD supremo) Lalu Prasad Yadav trusted me and entrusted me with the responsibilities of party's spokesperson and media in-charge. I fulfilled those responsibilities with complete dedication and always presented the party's policies before the people,' Tiwari said.
Sharp Criticism of Internal Functioning
Tiwari did not hold back in his assessment of the party's internal health. He alleged that certain individuals within the organisation have systematically weakened it from within.
'Some people have hollowed out the party like termites, and today Tejashwi Yadav is surrounded by such individuals. In such an atmosphere, it is not appropriate for dedicated workers like us to remain in the party,' he said.
Tiwari has long been one of the RJD's most visible public faces, regularly defending the party's positions in media debates and press interactions. His departure removes a prominent communicator from the party's frontline at a sensitive political moment.
Party's Response
State RJD President Mangani Lal Mandal downplayed the resignation, describing Tiwari as a 'highly influential party worker' with deep loyalty to the party's top leadership. 'He has complete faith, reverence, and trust in Lalu-ji and Tejashwi Yadav. Why, then, would he resign? Grievances can be resolved, and this one will be too; it is not a major issue,' Mandal said.
The party's response suggests leadership is attempting to contain the fallout rather than acknowledge the substance of Tiwari's complaints.
Political Implications for Bihar
Tiwari has not announced whether he intends to join another political party or chart a different course for his political career. His silence on future plans has already triggered speculation about possible realignments within Bihar's opposition landscape.
This comes amid heightened political activity across Bihar, with parties recalibrating alliances and candidate strategies ahead of upcoming electoral contests. Whether the RJD can resolve this friction internally — or whether Tiwari's exit signals a broader discontent among the party's mid-tier leadership — will be closely watched in the weeks ahead.
Point of View
Someone trusted by Lalu Prasad Yadav himself to represent the organisation publicly, alleges that loyalty is unrewarded and internal voices are silenced, it points to a consolidation of power around a narrow inner circle. The party leadership's swift dismissal of the resignation as a 'minor issue' is itself telling — it forecloses the possibility of introspection. With Bihar elections approaching, the RJD can ill afford a narrative of internal decay, particularly when the opposition needs to project unity against a well-organised ruling coalition.
NationPress
16 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Mrityunjay Tiwari resign from the RJD?
Tiwari resigned on 16 July, alleging that dedicated party workers are no longer respected within the RJD and that his repeated attempts to raise internal concerns were ignored by State President Mangani Lal Mandal and Leader of the Opposition Tejashwi Yadav. He also accused unnamed individuals of weakening the party from within.
What positions did Mrityunjay Tiwari hold in the RJD?
Tiwari served as the RJD's party spokesperson and media in-charge, roles he said were entrusted to him by RJD supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav. He was one of the party's most prominent public communicators.
How has the RJD responded to Tiwari's resignation?
State RJD President Mangani Lal Mandal described Tiwari as a highly influential worker with deep loyalty to Lalu Prasad Yadav and Tejashwi Yadav, and said the matter is 'not a major issue' and that grievances can be resolved.
Will Mrityunjay Tiwari join another political party?
As of now, Tiwari has not announced any plans to join another party or indicated the future direction of his political career. His silence has fuelled speculation about possible realignments in Bihar's opposition space.
What is the political significance of this resignation in Bihar?
The resignation comes at a sensitive time, with Bihar parties actively preparing for upcoming electoral contests. The exit of a senior spokesperson from the RJD could trigger fresh speculation about internal discord and potential political realignments within the state's opposition bloc.
