IRCTC Scam: Court Frames Charges Against Lalu Prasad Yadav's Family
Charges were framed against RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav, former Bihar CM Rabri Devi, and their son Tejashwi Yadav for conspiracy and corruption in the IRCTC scam involving hotel contract irregularities. The trial is set as per the Prevention of Corruption Act. They have pleaded not guilty.
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A local court on Monday formalized charges against Lalu Prasad Yadav, Rabri Devi, and Tejashwi Yadav related to the IRCTC scam, setting up a legal showdown before upcoming Bihar elections.
The charges revolve around alleged manipulations in the leasing process of two Indian Railway hotels to a private company, indicating potential collusion for unlawful benefits.
Under scrutiny of the Prevention of Corruption Act, they deny all allegations. Meanwhile, the detailed ruling on the matter awaits, with implications for multiple stakeholders involved in the case.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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