Archive · 27 Jul 2026
Tej Pratap Yadav seeks bail over NEET protest arrest
Tej Pratap Yadav, the son of Lalu Prasad and chief of Janshakti Janta Dal, was arrested on July 25 for supporting protests against NEET exam irregularities.
The protests turned violent in several cities, including Patna.
Yadav was arrested before the FIR was registered, which his lawyer argues is against due procedure.
He has sought bail, citing health issues like diabetes and high blood pressure.
The police allege that his actions led to property damage during the protests.
Tej Pratap Yadav arrested for supporting NEET protest bandh in Bihar.
Protests turned violent in Patna, Saran, Siwan, Aurangabad, and Bhagalpur.
Yadav's arrest occurred before the FIR was registered, raising procedural questions.
Bail plea filed citing health issues and lack of justification for serious charges.
Police allege Yadav's actions escalated protests, leading to property damage.
- Who
- Tej Pratap Yadav, Janshakti Janta Dal chief and son of Lalu Prasad
- What
- Arrest and bail plea related to NEET protest
- When
- Arrested on July 25, 2023; bail plea filed on July 27, 2023
- Where
- Patna, Bihar
- Why
- Supporting Bihar bandh over NEET exam irregularities and alleged escalation of protests
Tej Pratap Yadav's Defense
Police Allegations
Arrest Procedure
Tej Pratap Yadav's Defense
Arrested before FIR was registered, alleging due procedure not followed.
Police Allegations
Arrested for escalating protests leading to property damage.
Charges
Tej Pratap Yadav's Defense
Serious charges like attempt to murder invoked without justification.
Police Allegations
Charges include attempt to murder and other serious offenses.
- Arrest Date
- July 25, 2023
- FIR Registration Time
- 12:50 am, July 26, 2023
- Jail
- Beur Central Jail
- Medical Condition
- Diabetes, high blood pressure, cardiac discomfort
- Protest Date
- July 25, 2023
- Protest Locations
- Patna, Saran, Siwan, Aurangabad, Bhagalpur
