A Delhi court on Tuesday issued summons to former Union Rail Minister and Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav in connection with the alleged land-for-jobs scam. The court also summoned his son, former Bihar minister Tej Pratap Yadav, and his daughter Hema Yadav.
Special Judge Vishal Gogne further issued fresh summons to Prasad's younger son and former Bihar Deputy Chief Minister, Tejashwi Yadav. The accused have been directed to appear before the court on March 11.
The case pertains to alleged irregularities in Group D appointments made in the West Central Zone of Indian Railways, headquartered in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh. The appointments were reportedly made between 2004 and 2009, during Lalu Prasad's tenure as Union Rail Minister.
According to officials, several individuals were appointed to railway jobs in exchange for land parcels, which were either gifted or transferred to Lalu Prasad’s family members or close associates.
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Investigation and charges
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) registered a case against Lalu Prasad Yadav and others on May 18, 2022. The charges include alleged corruption and misuse of power in securing land transfers in return for employment in the railways.
Among those named in the case are:
- Lalu Prasad Yadav (Former Rail Minister, RJD Chief)
- Rabri Devi (Wife of Lalu Prasad and Former Bihar CM)
- Tej Pratap Yadav (Son, Former Bihar Minister)
- Tejashwi Yadav (Son, Former Bihar Deputy CM)
- Hema Yadav (Daughter of Lalu Prasad)
- Unidentified public officials and private individuals
The court's summons marks another major development in the ongoing investigation into alleged corruption during Lalu Prasad’s tenure as Railway Minister. The accused are expected to present their defense when they appear before the court next month.
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