PATNA: The family of RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav and former chief minister Rabri Devi has long been central to Bihar’s political landscape. Married in 1973, the couple raised nine children, seven daughters and two sons each carving out a distinct identity within and beyond politics. Together, they form one of India’s most recognisable political dynasties. Among the other daughters, several have pursued quieter paths. Among the sons, the dynamics were always more intense. Together, these nine siblings form a complex and far-reaching family network — blending politics, professional careers, and cross-state alliances.

Tensions had been quietly accumulating over the years as Tejashwi consolidated control within the RJD, increasingly relying on a coterie of advisers,

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