Did Rohini Acharya's Kidney Donation Lead to Family Strife?
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Key Takeaways
- Rohini Acharya donated her kidney to Lalu Prasad Yadav in 2022.
- She has recently faced insult and conflict within her family.
- BJP leader Dilip Jaiswal has urged Lalu Prasad to address the family issues.
- The RJD suffered a significant electoral setback in the 2025 elections.
- Rohini's social media posts suggest a deepening family rift.
New Delhi, Nov 16 (NationPress) Bihar BJP chief Dilip Jaiswal raised concerns on Sunday regarding the allegations made by Rohini Acharya, daughter of Lalu Prasad Yadav, against her own family members. He urged the RJD leader to step in.
In an interview with IANS, Jaiswal stated, “Rohini Acharya donated her kidney to save Lalu Prasad Yadav's life. However, it is truly unfortunate that she has faced such insult and was pushed out of her home by familial forces. I appeal to the esteemed Lalu Prasad and Rabri Devi to consider this situation. If someone from outside the family comes in and begins to sow discord or belittle family members, it is imperative to address it. While this is a private family issue, it has become public on social media and television...”
These comments come as discussions intensify over Rohini Acharya's emotional posts that suggest a rift within the Yadav family. Her remarks have elicited widespread responses across political spheres, with many calling for caution due to the sensitive nature of the situation.
BJP's winning candidate Nitin Nabin also weighed in, adopting a cautious stance. He remarked, “Certainly, disrespect at home can hurt anyone. These are internal matters, and it’s best if I refrain from commenting on them.”
Meanwhile, JD(U) leader and Bihar Minister Ashok Choudhary pointed out the turmoil within RJD leadership, stating, “Even the family members are incredibly distressed. Those aware of Lalu Yadav’s condition know he is quite ill, and additionally, there seems to be a lack of unity within the family. The pressing question now is whether the party can remain unified...”
Just a day after the RJD faced a significant loss in the Bihar Assembly Election 2025, Rohini Acharya shared ambiguous messages on X, declaring her intention to exit politics and cut ties with her family. She accused close aides of Tejashwi Yadav, Sanjay Yadav and Rameez Khan, of pressuring her towards this decision.
A medical professional, Rohini donated her kidney to Lalu Yadav in 2022 and had been an active campaigner for Tejashwi. Nevertheless, she had unfollowed several party leaders since September, reportedly due to dissatisfaction over the expulsion of her brother Tej Pratap Yadav.
In the 2025 elections, the RJD could only claim 25 seats, while the NDA achieved a sweeping majority with 202 seats, marking a significant electoral setback for the party.