Political Tensions Rise in Bihar as Nitish Kumar Launches Prosperity Journey

Bihar's political scene is heating up as Chief Minister Nitish Kumar embarks on his 'Prosperity Journey' while opposition leader Tejashwi Yadav holds a crucial RJD meeting. Rohini Acharya, distancing herself from the RJD, has publicly criticized the party's leadership, calling for self-reflection and accountability. Her comments highlight internal conflicts and the challenges facing the RJD after a significant electoral defeat. This article delves into the unfolding political drama in Bihar, shedding light on the tensions and criticisms that are shaping the state's future.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jan 16, 2026, 16:36 IST

Contrasting Political Activities in Bihar

On Friday, Bihar's political landscape witnessed conflicting events. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar kicked off his 'Prosperity Journey,' while opposition leader Tejashwi Yadav convened a core committee meeting of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) at his official residence. Amidst these political maneuvers, Rohini Acharya, who has distanced herself from the RJD and the Lalu Prasad family, sharply criticized the party leadership on social media without naming anyone. She described the opposition leaders' meeting as mere theatrics and urged them to focus on self-reflection and accountability.

Rohini Acharya's Strong Critique

Acharya emphasized that self-introspection and taking responsibility are far more crucial than pretending to review. She stated that only after showing the courage to remove identified 'vultures' surrounding them can any review be meaningful. She noted that the public is well aware of the situation. Earlier, in a strongly worded post on social media, she remarked that no external forces are needed to destroy a 'great legacy'; internal members are sufficient. Her comments hinted that arrogance and misguided advice from some family members are leading to the erosion of the identity that once defined them.

The Importance of Legacy

Acharya further asserted that it does not take outsiders to dismantle a well-established 'great legacy'; it is often the conspiratorial actions of one's own that suffice. She expressed surprise that those who owe their identity and existence to a certain legacy are willing to erase its signs under external influence. Acharya pointed out that when reason is clouded and arrogance prevails, it leads to destruction, stripping away wisdom and discernment. This controversy has emerged following the RJD's significant defeat in the electoral arena, where the NDA secured a commanding majority in the Bihar Assembly elections, winning 200 out of 243 seats, while the RJD managed to secure only 25 out of more than 140 seats.