Rashtriya Janata Dal
Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), founded in 1997, is a major political party in India. Explore its latest activities, statements, and role in the current political landscape.
Current vs. Opposition
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
Ruling Party (National)
Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD)
Opposition Party
History & Achievements
History
Founded July 1997 by Lalu Prasad Yadav after breaking from the Janata Dal, building support among OBCs, Dalits, and Muslims in Bihar. Leadership has gradually shifted to his son Tejashwi Yadav.
Achievements
Governed Bihar directly under Lalu and later Rabri Devi. As of 2026, leads the Mahagathbandhan opposition in Bihar after a heavy defeat in the November 2025 election.
Rashtriya Janata Dal News
Bihar Politics: JD(U) Reiterates Position on Uniform Civil Code
The Uniform Civil Code has emerged as a fresh political issue in Bihar after JD(U) leaders reiterated that the party does not support implementing a UCC in the state, while BJP leaders have backed the proposal at the national level.
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Bihar Politics Intensifies as Flood Crisis Triggers Fresh Government-Opposition Clash
Bihar is facing a major flood crisis, with millions of people affected across several districts. The situation has also triggered a fresh political confrontation, as RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav has urged the state government to speed up relief operations while the ruling establishment faces growing pressure over flood management and public assistance.
