Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader and former minister Tej Pratap Yadav is once again in the spotlight. This time, it’s not his political activities but his personal life that has grabbed attention. Recently, Tej Pratap revealed 12-year-old love relationship through social media, publicly acknowledging his bond with Anushka Yadav. This revelation has not only stirred a storm in Bihar’s political circles but has also become a hot topic of discussion on social media. In this article we will tell, who is Anushka Yadav and the story behind her relationship with Tej Pratap.
Tej Pratap shared a picture with Anushka Yadav and emotional note on his Facebook account
On May 24, 2025, Tej Pratap Yadav posted a picture on his official Facebook account featuring himself with a young woman. Accompanying the picture was an emotional post in which he disclosed that he has been in a relationship with Anushka Yadav for the past 12 years. In his post, he wrote, “I am Tej Pratap Yadav, and the person seen with me in this picture is Anushka Yadav. We have known each other and been in love for the past 12 years. We have been in a relationship for 12 years. I have wanted to share this with all of you for a long time, but I wasn’t sure how to say it. So, through this post, I am opening my heart to all of you. I hope you will understand my feelings.”
This post created a sensation on social media. However, shortly after, Tej Pratap deleted the post, but by then, it had already gone viral online. People shared screenshots, and curiosity about Anushka Yadav grew. A little later, Tej Pratap reposted the same caption but deleted it again. He then claimed that his Facebook account had been hacked, which led to the post going viral. This claim raised even more questions. Was it really a hack, or did Tej Pratap deliberately make his relationship public? The question remains unanswered.
Who is Tej Pratap’s girlfriend, Anushka Yadav?
Not much information is publicly available about Anushka Yadav, leading to widespread speculation about her identity. According to some sources, Anushka hails from Bihar, and her family is connected to a political background. It is said that Anushka’s brother, Akash Yadav, was previously active in RJD’s student wing. Tej Pratap and Anushka reportedly met when Akash was involved with RJD’s student organization. Tej Pratap had appointed Akash as the state president of the student RJD, but he was later removed from the post due to differences within the party. Currently, Akash is associated with the Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas).
However, Anushka herself stays away from the limelight, and little is known about her education, profession, or personal life. Some social media users claim that Anushka’s family does not belong to a prominent political dynasty, and she is an ordinary citizen connected to Tej Pratap’s personal life. Yet, in the viral pictures, Anushka was seen wearing a traditional red saree, sindoor on her forehead, and bangles on her wrists, prompting many to speculate that Tej Pratap and Anushka may have secretly married. Notably, in one picture, Anushka was seen performing Karva Chauth rituals, gazing at Tej Pratap through a sieve, a Hindu tradition symbolizing a wife breaking her fast for her husband. However, Tej Pratap has denied any claims of marriage.
Tej Pratap Yadav married Aishwarya Rai, daughter of RJD leader Chandrika Rai, in 2018
Tej Pratap Yadav’s personal life has been in the headlines before. In 2018, he married Aishwarya Rai, the granddaughter of former Bihar Chief Minister Daroga Rai and daughter of RJD leader Chandrika Rai. This marriage was seen as a significant political alliance in Bihar’s politics. However, the relationship did not last long. Within a few months, reports of discord between the two surfaced, and Tej Pratap filed for divorce the same year. The case is still pending in court, and his disputes with Aishwarya have often made headlines.
In this context, the revelation of a 12-year-old relationship with Anushka Yadav raises many questions. Some social media users have questioned why Tej Pratap married Aishwarya in 2018 if he had been in a relationship with Anushka for 12 years. Some have criticized him, calling it an injustice to Aishwarya’s life. Meanwhile, his supporters argue that this is a personal matter and should not be given a political color.
Being trending topic from social media to political corridors
Tej Pratap’s post triggered a flood of reactions on social media. Some users praised his honesty and courage, while others raised questions about his first marriage. One user wrote, “Teju Bhaiya has spoken his heart, but where was this relationship during his 2018 marriage?” Another user commented, “If he was in love for 12 years, why did he ruin Aishwarya’s life?” On the other hand, some congratulated Tej Pratap and Anushka, wishing them well for their relationship.
The revelation has also caused a stir in political circles. Leaders from BJP and JD(U) took jibes at Tej Pratap’s personal life, while Congress spokesperson Snehashish Vardhan called it his personal matter. Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav termed the alleged hacking of Tej Pratap’s account a political conspiracy, demanding strict action against cybercrime.
