Archive · 15 Dec 2025
CBI Completes Verification in Land-for-Jobs Scam
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has almost finished checking the details of people involved in a big case called the land-for-jobs scam.
This case is about giving jobs in the railway in exchange for land.
The main people involved are Lalu Prasad, his wife Rabri Devi, and their son Tejashwi Yadav.
The CBI says that during Lalu Prasad's time as railway minister, jobs were given to people who gave land to his family.
The accused say the case is not true and is just political.
The court will decide on December 19 if there is enough proof to charge them.
CBI has largely completed verification of 103 accused in the land-for-jobs scam.
Four accused have died, including Ashwani Kumar Malhotra.
Court to decide on framing charges on December 19.
Allegations involve giving railway jobs in exchange for land during Lalu Yadav's tenure.
Accused deny allegations, calling the case politically motivated.
- Who
- CBI, Lalu Prasad, Rabri Devi, Tejashwi Yadav, and 100 other accused
- What
- Verification of accused in the land-for-jobs scam
- When
- Verification completed; next hearing on December 19
- Where
- Delhi court
- Why
- To determine if sufficient evidence exists to frame charges
- Accused
- 103 (4 deceased)
- Key Figures
- Lalu Prasad, Rabri Devi, Tejashwi Yadav
- Alleged Scam Period
- 2004-2009
- Location
- Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh
- Next Hearing
- December 19