Former Member of Parliament Rajesh Ranjan, famously known as Pappu Yadav, made headlines in Bihar politics on Monday by announcing his intention to file nomination papers for the Purnea constituency.

Former MP Rajesh Ranjan, popularly known as Pappu Yadav, has stirred controversy by insisting on contesting the Lok Sabha elections from the Purnia constituency, a seat designated for the RJD as part of the Bihar alliance. His demand has put pressure on the Grand Alliance in Bihar.