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May 10, 2026
Senior leader KC Tyagi on Tuesday (March 17) stepped down from the Janata Dal United (JDU), just a day after party chief Nitish Kumar secured a victory in the Rajya Sabha elections, marking a significant political development within the party.
In a detailed letter, Tyagi recalled the party’s origins, noting that the JD(U) was formed on October 30, 2003, following the merger of the Samata Party and the Janata Dal under the leadership of George Fernandes. He highlighted his long association with the party, having worked closely with leaders like Sharad Yadav and Nitish Kumar in key organisational roles, including chief general secretary, chief spokesperson and political advisor.
Announcing his decision, Tyagi said he has not renewed his party membership after the conclusion of the latest membership drive. However, he emphasised that his commitment to the welfare of farmers, the downtrodden and marginalised sections of society, remains unchanged.
