Lalu Prasad Yadav and Rabri Devi have returned their newly assigned security after the Bihar government downgraded their protection from Z-plus to a lower level. The RJD claims this move is politically motivated, escalating tensions ahead of key political events in the state.

• 01Lalu Prasad Yadav and Rabri Devi rejected the new security cover provided by the Bihar government after the withdrawal of their Z-plus security.
• 02The revised security included fewer guards, prompting the Yadav family to send them back, alleging political targeting.
• 03Tejashwi Yadav, the Leader of Opposition, also returned his Y-category security in solidarity with the Yadav family.
• 04Rohini Acharya, Lalu's daughter, criticized the government's decision as malicious and called for RJD supporters to protect the family.
• 05RJD spokesperson Shakti Yadav indicated that more party leaders might also return their security in protest.

The withdrawal of security for prominent political figures may affect the political landscape in Bihar, leading to increased tensions between the ruling party and the opposition.