Tejashwi Yadav Detained as Police Use Water Cannons in Patna Protest

Political tensions boiled over in Patna today as Tejashwi Yadav was taken into police custody while leading a massive protest march toward the Raj Bhavan. The demonstration, organized by the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), saw party stalwarts, including Misa Bharti, attempting to reach the state seat of power to voice grievances against the current administration’s handling of systemic issues, ranging from alleged examination paper leaks to rising unemployment rates.

Chaos erupts during Tejashwi Yadav protest

The situation escalated rapidly as the procession reached police-installed barricades near the city center. Officers deployed high-pressure water cannons to disperse the surging crowds after demonstrators began pushing against the security perimeter. The atmosphere remained volatile throughout the afternoon, with law enforcement working to maintain order as the RJD leadership refused to back down from their objective of reaching the official residence.

Tejashwi Yadav, speaking before his detention, framed the protest as a necessary stand against what he described as a dictatorial style of governance. Beyond the core economic concerns, the march also served as a flashpoint for recent controversies regarding police conduct, specifically addressing public outrage over an officer seen brandishing an AK-47 during routine civil duties. This incident had already stoked public anxiety, providing the momentum needed for the large turnout seen on the streets today.

Following the breach of security lines, local police officially moved to detain Tejashwi Yadav and several other high-ranking RJD figures to clear the streets of Patna. While the immediate march has been halted, the detention of key opposition figures is expected to sharpen the focus on the government’s response to the allegations of administrative failure. Authorities remain stationed across sensitive zones in the capital to prevent further unauthorized gatherings as the fallout from the day’s events continues to unfold.