RJD throws weight behind Tejashwi

The Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) on Monday threw its support behind its presumptive heir and Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi  Yadav. The party made it clear that “his resignation is out of question” over corruption charges.

“Tejashwi’s resignation was not even discussed in the meeting,” Finance Minister Abdul Bari Siddiqui told newsmen emerging from the meeting of the legislative party held at RJD chief Lalu Prasad’s house in Patna. “On the contrary, the party praised the deputy chief minister for his dedication and leadership capabilities.” 

The meeting, which lasted for almost 90 minutes, was attended by Lalu Prasad, Rabri Devi, Tejashwi Yadav