When a Presidential Grammar Lesson Became a Viral Sensation!
A 2015 video of ex-President Kovind correcting Tej Pratap's Hindi went viral, echoing as a humorous yet pointed political anecdote.
In the grand, orchestrated dance of politics, it’s often the unscripted moments that leave the most lasting impressions. Such is the story of a seemingly mundane oath-taking ceremony that, years later, has lit up social media once again.
The Sudden Spotlight of a 2015 Mishap
Fast forward from 2015 to the aftermath of the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections, and amidst Tej Pratap Yadav’s electoral defeat, a forgotten video surged into popularity. The footage, born from a ministerial swearing-in ceremony, showcases an unexpectedly poignant moment involving then-Governor of Bihar, Ram Nath Kovind, and a young and eager Tej Pratap.
Setting the Stage: A Governor Turned Grammar Guru
Imagine standing amidst national leaders, the weight of history on your shoulders as you participate in your oath-taking. Yet, even the most seasoned politicians can slip, as Tej Pratap demonstrated by mispronouncing “Apekshit” as “Upekshit.” A slight shift in vowels invited a world of change, and it was here that Kovind, with his steadfast insistence on perfection, entered as an unanticipated grammar guide. According to News18, it’s these incidents that gift us with enduring tales.
The Aftermath and the Internet’s Fondness for Nuance
The reaction was immediate and divided; some saw humor, others saw disciplinary rigor. However, the memory of this moment lingered, resonating through political seasons. Lalu Prasad Yadav, never one to shy from controversy, wielded this incident as a blade of critique against Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s own alleged linguistic stumbles.
Tej Pratap’s Political Odyssey
This episode, though humorous, is a single note in the symphony of Tej Pratap’s political odyssey—from his victories in Mahua and Hasanpur constituencies to launching his independent venture with the Janshakti Janata Dal. The narrative had highs and lows, providing the perfect backdrop for the resurfaced video, illuminating how past events cast a long shadow.
A Lesson that Echoes
Linguistics can be illuminating, even for a minister. The video’s revival serves as a reminder and a laugh, illustrating that in the world of politics, words and their enunciation hold unprecedented power. Whether a whimsical anecdote or a sagacious lesson, its message remains: public life spares none from its grammatical gauntlet.
Thus, as the digital world ponders this revived clip, the resonance of Kovind’s correction continues to engage and entertain, highlighting an eternal truth: everyone’s subject to a little learning on life’s public stage.
