Tej Pratap–Tejashwi Reunion Signals Family Thaw Ahead of Makar Sankranti

Brief By Newsbrief / 10:15 PM on 13 Jan 2026

A rare show of warmth was witnessed at the Patna residence of the Yadav family when Tej Pratap Yadav met his parents and younger brother Tejashwi Yadav, signalling a possible thaw in strained relations. Tej Pratap paid respects to Lalu Prasad Yadav and Rabri Devi by touching their feet and later handed Tejashwi a formal invitation for the Makar Sankranti ‘dahi-chura’ feast scheduled on January 14.

The meeting marked the first time in months that the brothers were seen together publicly amid reports of political and personal differences. A touching moment came when Tej Pratap held Tejashwi’s daughter, calling it a “beautiful experience,” underscoring family bonds beyond politics.

Political observers view the gesture as significant, especially ahead of the festival, suggesting an attempt to project unity and silence speculation of deep divisions within the Lalu family. All eyes are now on the upcoming dahi-chura event, expected to carry both symbolic and political weight.