Lalu Family Faces Major Setback in Land for Job Case; Court Frames Charges

• Delhi Rouse Avenue Court frames charges against Lalu Yadav, Rabri Devi, Misa Bharti, and over 40 others in the Land for Job scam.
• The CBI alleges land was taken in exchange for Group-D railway jobs during Lalu Yadav's tenure as Railway Minister (2004-2009).
• Court stated Lalu Yadav and his family acted like a criminal syndicate, indicating a widespread criminal conspiracy.
• Charges include Prevention of Corruption Act and various IPC sections for Lalu Yadav; fraud and criminal conspiracy for family members.
• Approximately 1 lakh sq ft of land, valued at over 4.39 crore rupees, was allegedly acquired for 26 lakh rupees.

Why It Matters: Lalu Yadav and family face trial as court frames charges in the Land for Job scam, citing serious allegations.