LJP Leader Criticises RJD’s Legacy of Corruption, Reaffirms NDA Unity with Plan to Contest All 243 Assembly Seats
As Bihar’s political battleground heats up ahead of the 2025 Assembly elections, Union Minister Chirag Paswan has launched a scathing attack on Tejashwi Yadav and the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) over the Railways land-for-job scam, asserting that those who “snatched land for government jobs” have no moral right to speak on governance. In a fiery address to party workers in Patna, Paswan reiterated full support to the NDA and vowed to contest all 243 seats under the alliance’s banner, triggering a shift in the power calculus.
His remarks came in response to Tejashwi’s recent statement asking the public for “just 20 months” to fix Bihar—an appeal that many see as a rebranding strategy to whitewash the RJD’s controversial past. But Paswan was quick to remind voters of the corruption, nepotism, and job scams under the Lalu-Rabri era—arguing that Bihar needs development, not dynasty.
“Before Asking for Time, Return the Land” — Chirag’s Direct Hit
Referring to the ongoing ED and CBI probes in the Railways land-for-job scam, Chirag Paswan accused Tejashwi Yadav’s family of “bartering government jobs for personal land deals” during Lalu Prasad Yadav’s term as Railway Minister (2004–2009). While Lalu and Rabri Devi are already charge-sheeted, Tejashwi remains under the scanner, with further investigations pending.
“You gave government jobs, and in return took people’s land. Before asking for 20 months to govern Bihar, why don’t you return the land first?” Paswan said, taking direct aim at Tejashwi.
Union Minister and Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) leader Chirag Paswan launched a attack on Leader of the Opposition Tejashwi Yadav, while declaring his full-fledged support for NDA candidates in Bihar.
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He didn’t stop there. Taking a jibe at Tejashwi’s symbolic pen distribution drive for job aspirants, Paswan quipped, “He gives pens today so tomorrow people can sign away their land again.”
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Paswan reminded the public that RJD has a history of manipulating poor families under the guise of employment. He warned that the return of such parties to power would mean the resurgence of loot, nepotism, and jungle raj—a term often used to describe Bihar’s lawless years under Lalu-Rabri rule.
LJP’s 243-Seat Ambition Signals NDA’s Renewed Confidence
Chirag Paswan’s declaration to contest all 243 Assembly seats as part of the NDA is being seen as a bold move to expand his party’s footprint beyond Dalit voters. His slogan “Bihar First, Bihari First” reflects a push for local employment, better infrastructure, and reservation protection for SC/ST/OBCs.
“I’m the son of Ram Vilas Paswan. I will protect reservation with my last breath,” Chirag asserted.
The LJP (Ram Vilas) chief is expected to play a critical role in the NDA’s caste arithmetic, especially in countering RJD’s MY (Muslim-Yadav) vote bank. With Nitish Kumar’s JD(U), BJP, and now LJP working in sync, the NDA appears to be preparing a broad-spectrum coalition of upper castes, EBCs, Dalits, and non-Yadav OBCs.
Paswan’s aggressive entry also pressures the BJP to allocate a respectable number of seats to LJP in the final seat-sharing deal. His strong Dalit base, especially among the Paswan community in western Bihar, gives him negotiating power—and the ability to block RJD’s outreach to marginalized groups.
By attacking Tejashwi Yadav’s credibility on corruption and mobilising NDA ranks for a united campaign, Chirag Paswan has made it clear he’s not playing second fiddle anymore. With the land-for-job scam back in public focus and Bihar’s caste equations shifting, the coming months may define whether legacy or leadership wins the battle for Bihar.
