Khesari Lal Yadav Joins RJD, Set to Contest Bihar Assembly Elections

Bhojpuri film star Khesari Lal Yadav and his wife, Chanda Yadav, officially joined the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) on October 16, 2023, during a ceremony in Patna. Their induction into the party, led by Tejashwi Yadav, has generated excitement as the RJD gears up for the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections.

Political speculation had suggested that Chanda Yadav would be the one contesting the elections. However, recent developments indicate that Khesari Lal Yadav is likely to run for office on an RJD ticket instead. This shift comes as party sources revealed that Chanda Yadav faced a technical hurdle; her name was absent from the Bihar voter list while appearing on the Mumbai voter roll. This discrepancy prompted the RJD to nominate Khesari Lal Yadav, who is expected to file his nomination as soon as he receives the party symbol.

In his remarks after joining the RJD, Khesari Lal Yadav expressed enthusiasm about collaborating with Tejashwi Yadav. He stated, “We have been associated with Tejashwi for a long time, and today we will definitely get the opportunity to work with him. We will work together and campaign across Bihar for the Grand Alliance.” His strong following among the youth and rural voters is seen as a significant asset for the RJD’s campaign strategy.

Election Promises and Campaign Strategy

During the event, Tejashwi Yadav reiterated a key election promise: “We have promised the people that after November 14, when we form the government, we will enact a law to provide a government job to one member of every household that does not have a government job.” This commitment is part of a broader strategy to appeal to voters who seek employment opportunities and government support.

The RJD is keen to leverage Khesari Lal Yadav’s popularity to energize its campaign and draw in new supporters. As a prominent figure in the Bhojpuri film industry, he brings visibility and charisma that could influence voter sentiment in the region. His grassroots connection and established fan base may play a pivotal role in shaping the election’s outcome.

As the election date approaches, the RJD’s integration of celebrity figures like Khesari Lal Yadav reflects a strategy to engage the electorate through familiar faces. With the political landscape in Bihar becoming increasingly competitive, the RJD aims to capitalize on this star power to bolster its electoral prospects.

The unfolding situation will be closely monitored as Khesari Lal Yadav prepares for his electoral debut, and as the RJD finalizes its campaign plans in the lead-up to the elections.