Prateek Yadav, the younger son of Samajwadi Party founder Mulayam Singh Yadav, has thrust himself into the public eye. He made a startling revelation on Instagram this Monday. In his post, he openly discussed his troubled marriage and declared his intention to separate from his wife, Aparna Yadav.
Accusations Fly in High-Profile Split
Prateek Yadav did not mince words in his social media statement. He directly accused his wife of damaging family relationships. "I am going to divorce this selfish woman as soon as possible," he wrote with clear determination. He labeled Aparna Yadav a "family destroyer" in his emotional post.
The businessman expressed deep personal anguish over the situation. He admitted to suffering from significant mental distress. "Right now, I am in a very bad mental health condition," Prateek Yadav confessed. He claimed his wife shows no concern for his well-being, focusing only on her own interests.
A Life Away from Politics
Unlike many members of his politically active family, Prateek Yadav has chosen a different path. The 37-year-old entrepreneur manages a real estate business and operates several fitness establishments. He is also involved in animal welfare work and runs an NGO dedicated to helping homeless people.
He holds an MBA degree from Leeds University. Prateek Yadav married Aparna Bisht back in 2011. Throughout their marriage, he consistently avoided the political spotlight, preferring to maintain a low public profile.
Political Divergence in the Marriage
His wife, Aparna Yadav, has pursued a very different career. She began her political journey with the Samajwadi Party but made a significant switch in 2022. She joined the Bharatiya Janata Party and has been an active member since then.
In the 2017 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, she contested from the Lucknow Cantonment constituency. However, she lost that election to BJP candidate Rita Bahuguna Joshi. This political divergence appears to have created additional strain in their relationship.
Financial Disclosures and Family Background
Financial records show interesting details about the couple. Prateek Yadav declared an income of Rs. 1.47 crore during the 2015-16 period. His wife Aparna declared a substantially lower income of Rs. 50 lakh for the same timeframe.
It is important to note Prateek Yadav's specific family connection. He is the stepson of Mulayam Singh Yadav through his second wife, Sadhana Gupta. Sadhana Gupta was previously married to Chandra Prakash Gupta before her marriage to the SP founder.
Denial from the Other Side
Aman Bisht, the brother of Aparna Yadav, has strongly denied all allegations made by Prateek Yadav. He claims Prateek's Instagram account was compromised by hackers. According to Bisht, the controversial posts are completely fabricated and do not represent Prateek Yadav's true views.
This denial adds another layer of complexity to an already messy personal situation. It creates conflicting narratives about what truly happened between the couple.
The Core of the Conflict
At the heart of this dispute lies Prateek Yadav's central accusation. He claims his wife values fame and political influence above their personal life and family bonds. He describes her as self-centered and alleges she deliberately ruined his family relationships.
"All she wants to become is famous and influential," Prateek Yadav stated bluntly in his Instagram revelation. He expressed regret over their marriage, calling himself unfortunate to have married someone he describes as having a "bad soul."
The situation remains fluid as both sides present contradictory stories. The public disclosure of such private marital strife has certainly captured national attention. It highlights the personal challenges that can exist even within prominent political families.
