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Yadav Accuses Paswan of “Greed for Power” Amidst Bihar CM Claims

Patna, Bihar – Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav has strongly criticized Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) chief Chirag Paswan, accusing him of being motivated by “greed for power.” Yadav’s remarks come after Paswan alleged that his late father, Ram Vilas Paswan, had advocated for a Muslim Chief Minister in Bihar in 2005, a proposal the RJD allegedly rejected.

“It doesn’t matter what he says or does not say. What’s his vision?” Yadav questioned, dismissing Paswan’s comments. He further suggested that Paswan is “uncomfortable” within the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA), implying a fractured relationship.

Yadav also referenced the internal conflict within Paswan’s family following Ram Vilas Paswan’s death, stating that the NDA had “set fire to Chirag’s family,” alluding to the power struggle between Paswan and his uncle, Pashupati Kumar Paras, leader of the Rashtriya Lok Janshakti Party (RLJP).

“Chirag is with NDA in greed for power. Chirag compromises for power. That is why his statements are not considered important,” Yadav asserted.

Paswan had earlier targeted the RJD, claiming the party was unwilling to appoint a Muslim Chief Minister or Deputy Chief Minister in the upcoming Bihar elections. He referenced the 2005 elections, claiming his father had “sacrificed his own party” to push for a Muslim leader.

In 2005, Bihar saw two elections due to a fractured mandate in the initial polls. The NDA, comprising the Janata Dal (United) and the BJP, fell short of a majority. Paswan’s LJP, with 29 seats, refused to support an RJD-led coalition unless a Muslim Chief Minister was appointed. This stalemate led to fresh elections later that year, resulting in an NDA victory.

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