Top JD(U) Spokesperson K C Tyagi Resigns: Rajiv Ranjan Prasad Takes Over
K C Tyagi, a prominent spokesperson for Janata Dal (United) known for his contradictory stances to BJP policies, has resigned. The party announced Rajiv Ranjan Prasad as the new spokesperson. Tyagi cited personal reasons for his resignation and will continue as a political advisor despite his outspoken nature creating ripples in the party's alliance with BJP.
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K C Tyagi, a spokesperson for Janata Dal (United) known for his divergent views from ally BJP, has resigned.
JD(U) President and Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar appointed Rajiv Ranjan Prasad as the new national spokesperson, as per a Sunday statement. Tyagi attributed his resignation to personal reasons, stating his involvement in other works hindered his role as spokesperson.
Despite frequent comments that unsettled BJP-JD(U) ties, Tyagi will continue as a political advisor. His replacement, Prasad, noted Tyagi's resignation was due to personal reasons and dismissed suggestions of party discord. Tyagi's outspoken views on various topics often contradicted BJP, leading to internal unease within JD(U).
(With inputs from agencies.)
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