Lalu Yadav Birthday Video Sparks Outrage Over Ambedkar Photo at His Feet

New Delhi: A video of Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief and former Bihar Chief Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav’s birthday celebration has gone viral on social media, drawing sharp criticism. In the video, a portrait of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the architect of the Indian Constitution, is seen placed near Lalu Yadav’s feet — a gesture that has been widely condemned as disrespectful.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has strongly reacted to the video, calling it a grave insult to Dr. Ambedkar and demanding a public apology from Lalu Yadav.

“This is not just carelessness — it reflects Lalu Yadav’s anti-Dalit mindset,” said Danish Iqbal, BJP’s Bihar media in-charge. “Placing Baba Saheb’s photo at his feet on his birthday is an unpardonable insult.”

BJP IT cell chief Amit Malviya also criticized Lalu Yadav in a social media post, stating, “For decades, Lalu Yadav has claimed to champion social justice. But by placing Baba Saheb’s photo at his feet, he has insulted the symbol of Dalit empowerment. This is not just about a photo — it reflects his mindset towards Dalits.”

As of now, the RJD has not issued any official statement on the matter. However, the video has been trending across social media platforms, with users demanding a response from Lalu Yadav. The Mooknayak also reached out to the party’s national spokesperson but did not receive a comment.

Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi also criticized Lalu Yadav, particularly for another moment in the video where Yadav is seen cutting a cake with a sword. “When he was in power, he spoke of using a stick. Now, he’s using a sword to cut a cake — what message is he trying to send?” Manjhi asked.

Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC also condemned the act, saying, “Placing Dr. Ambedkar’s photo at one's feet is a direct insult. Lalu Yadav should apologize to the nation.”

Chhattisgarh Deputy Chief Minister Arun Sao also weighed in, calling the incident unfortunate. “Lalu Yadav should have shown greater regard for the dignity of the Constitution’s architect. It is our collective duty to honor Dr. Ambedkar,” he said.

The incident occurred on June 11, Lalu Prasad Yadav’s birthday. During the celebrations, party workers presented him with gifts, and one individual placed an image of Dr. Ambedkar near his feet — an act that has now triggered a major political controversy in Bihar.