Former Bihar Chief Minister Rabri Devi wrote to the state government on June 16, 2026 [1], requesting more time to vacate her official residence.
The request highlights the ongoing health struggles of RJD leader Lalu Prasad Yadav, whose medical needs complicate the transition to a new government-allotted home.
Devi is currently residing at the official residence located at 10 Circular Road in Patna [1]. In her correspondence to the government, she said the fragile health of her husband requires special care and specific arrangements to prevent infections [1], [2].
The RJD leader's health concerns include the necessity for a separate room and specialized medical facilities to maintain his stability during the move [1], [2]. Devi said the state government should ensure these special facilities are replicated at the new location to avoid risking Yadav's wellbeing.
The state has already allotted a new government residence for the family at 39 Harding Road in Patna [3]. However, Devi said the current timing of the move is problematic given the medical requirements of her husband.
This request for an extension comes as the state government manages the allocation of official bungalows for former high-ranking officials. The focus of the appeal remains the physical vulnerability of Lalu Prasad Yadav and the logistical challenges of moving a patient with high-risk health needs between residences [1], [2].
“Rabri Devi wrote to the state government requesting an extension to vacate her official residence.”
This request underscores the intersection of political privilege and personal health crises in Bihar. By citing medical necessity to retain a high-profile official residence at 10 Circular Road, the RJD leadership is attempting to balance government compliance with the critical care needs of Lalu Prasad Yadav, a central figure in the region's political landscape.
