Rabri Devi
Rabri Devi is an Indian politician and former Chief Minister of Bihar, known for her tenure as the first female Chief Minister of the state. She is the wife of Lalu Prasad and has played a significant role in the RJD party, particularly during her husband's absence due to legal challenges. Her political influence continues, especially within the context of Bihar's caste dynamics and electoral politics.
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Rabri Devi became the state's first female chief minister on July 25, 1997, following the resignation of her husband.
Sunetra Pawar sworn in as Maharashtra deputy CM: Wives who stepped in after powerful husbands to continue political legacy | India News
India· 2026-01-31
Rabri Devi is Tej Pratap Yadav's mother, whom he invited to his Sankranti programme.
Tej Pratap Yadav keeps netas guessing with ‘chura-dahi’ feast politics, courts NDA and family alike | Patna NewsIndia· 2026-01-14
Rabri Devi sought the transfer of four cases pending before Judge Gogne, in which she and several members of her family are named as accused.
'Cannot bulldoze a court': CBI counters Rabri Devi’s transfer plea; opposes transfer of IRCTC, land-for-jobs cases | India NewsIndia· 2025-12-13
Rabri Devi, the wife of Lalu Prasad, attended the meeting regarding the party leadership.
Bihar: Tejashwi Yadav offers to step aside, Lalu says he should lead RJD | India NewsIndia· 2025-11-18
Rabri Devi is the mother of Rohini Acharya and was seen crying over the family feud.
Lalu pari-war: After Rohini, 3 more daughters walk out of Patna home | India NewsIndia· 2025-11-17
Rabri Devi is the mother of Rohini Acharya and a former chief minister of Bihar.
'Disowned Tejashwi': Rohini says father stands by her; Lalu Yadav family feud gets murky | India NewsIndia· 2025-11-16
Rabri Devi has also represented the constituency in the past.
Bihar election results: Tejashwi Yadav faces tough contest in Raghopur; can he hold on to family bastion? | India NewsIndia· 2025-11-14
PM Modi mentioned Rabri Devi in the context of the 'jungle raj' during her rule.
PM Modi ends Bihar poll campaign, vows to attend NDA swearing-in after 'spectacular' victory | Patna NewsIndia· 2025-11-09
Rabri Devi, former Chief Minister of Bihar and wife of Lalu Prasad Yadav, participated in the voting process.
Bihar polls: Record voter turnout in Phase 1 triggers guessing game — will it help or hurt Nitish Kumar? | India NewsIndia· 2025-11-07
Rabri Devi was part of the RJD regime from 1990 to 2005, which is described as a dark era for Bihar.
'RJD to bring back jungle raj': BJP renews attack on Tejashwi Yadav; cites Shahabuddin's son's nomination | India NewsIndia· 2025-11-01
Rabri Devi, also a former CM, traveled to Raghopur recently.
Bihar polls: Is Lalu trying to insulate son from opposition's 'jungle raj' attack? Not seen in RJD posters or in public | India NewsIndia· 2025-10-31Shah accused Rabri Devi of being involved in multiple corruption cases.
'PM, CM seats not vacant': Shah taunts Rahul, Tejashwi; attacks Lalu & Sonia for dynastic politics | India NewsIndia· 2025-10-29
Rabri Devi triumphed three times in the Raghopur constituency.
Bihar elections: Mahua to Raghopur — top 5 high-profile constituencies to watch out for | India NewsIndia· 2025-10-21
Rabri Devi was mentioned as having been installed as chief minister by Lalu Prasad Yadav during a scandal.
‘Gazab aadmi hai’: Nitish Kumar’s awkward garland moment goes viral; Tejashwi renews 'health' attack | India NewsIndia· 2025-10-21
Madan Shah broke down outside the residence of former CM Rabri Devi.
Bihar elections: Disunity and rebellion stall INDIA bloc poll campaign | Patna NewsIndia· 2025-10-19
Rabri Devi is mentioned as a beneficiary of the corruption under Lalu Prasad's rule.
INDIA bloc may go to Bihar polls without CM face amid claims seat-sharing conflict to end soon | Patna NewsIndia· 2025-10-19
Rabri Devi is mentioned as part of the RJD leadership involved in the alleged scam.
Forget jobs, you will lose even your land: BJP on Tejashwi promise | India NewsIndia· 2025-10-14
Rabri Devi was implicated in the criminal conspiracy related to the IRCTC scam.
Lalu IRCTC scam 'fountainhead', says court as it frames charges | India NewsIndia· 2025-10-14
Rabri Devi is facing charges along with her family in the alleged IRCTC scam case.
'Lalu known as management guru': Tejashwi reacts after charges framed in IRCTC case; calls it ‘political vendetta’ | India NewsIndia· 2025-10-13Rabri Devi has travelled to Delhi with her husband Lalu Prasad Yadav amid reports of tension with the Congress.
Bihar polls: 'Undervalued' by NDA, HAM chief Jitan Ram Manjhi warns of 'repercussions' | India NewsIndia· 2025-10-12
Rabri Devi was referenced as a former chief minister during the discussion on Bihar's current situation.
Did BJP minister Jibesh Mishra assault journalist over question on road? Tejashwi Yadav presents video proof; demands FIR | India NewsIndia· 2025-09-15
Rabri Devi stated that there have been four attempts to assassinate her son, Tejashwi Yadav.
‘Four attempts made to kill him’: Opposition 'plotting' conspiracies to assassinate Tejashwi Yadav, says ex-Bihar CM Rabri Devi | Patna NewsIndia· 2025-07-25
Former Bihar chief minister Rabri Devi accused the Centre of hatching a conspiracy to deprive the poor voters of their voting rights.
Electoral roll revision: Rabri Devi asks people to ‘refuse’ document checks by poll officials; alleges 'conspiracy' | India NewsIndia· 2025-07-05
Tej Pratap Yadav remains in contact with his mother, Rabri Devi.
Tej Pratap Yadav: ‘Everyone falls in love, nothing wrong in it’ Tej Pratap says photos with Anushka are genuine; claims he would return to RJD soon | Patna NewsIndia· 2025-07-01
Tej Pratap Yadav's ex-wife lashed out at Lalu, Rabri, and Tejashwi Yadav.
'Stopped for tea break': RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav escapes unhurt as his convoy hit by truck in Bihar; 3 security personnel injured | Patna NewsIndia· 2025-06-07
Tej Pratap addressed his mother Rabri Devi in an emotional plea for love and support.
‘You can take Krishna’s army but not Krishna’: Tej Pratap warns those trying to separate him from Tejashwi | India NewsIndia· 2025-06-01Tej Pratap Yadav addressed his mother, Rabri Devi, in his emotional message, pleading for her love.
'Dear mom and dad ... ': Tej Pratap Yadav pleads for love, blames ‘greedy people’ for rift with Lalu, family | India NewsIndia· 2025-06-01Rabri Devi is mentioned as being involved in the family drama surrounding Tej Pratap.
'It's all pre-poll drama. I was beaten, starved... where was Lalu then?' | India NewsIndia· 2025-05-26
Tej Pratap Yadav's ex-wife lashes out at Rabri Devi and her family.
Speedboat nightmare in Puri! Sourav Ganguly's family escapes death by seconds | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-05-26
Earlier this month, Kumar had engaged in an ugly spat with former CM Rabri Devi when she attempted to voice her protest.
'Bihar is being shamed': RJD on Nitish Kumar's 'objectionable' action with woman on stage | India NewsIndia· 2025-03-31