Delhi High Court Denies Lalu Prasad Yadav’s Plea to Halt CBI Job Scam Case
In a significant ruling, the Delhi High Court has dismissed Lalu Prasad Yadav’s request to stay the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) case against him, which alleges job appointments in exchange for land. The court emphasized that the ongoing judicial process allows the accused to present their defense, and there is no justification for a stay at this stage. This decision marks a crucial moment in a case that has been under scrutiny for years, reflecting the complexities of political accountability in India.
Lalu Prasad Yadav, the chief of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), had approached the High Court challenging the CBI’s FIR, arguing that the investigation lacked necessary approvals and legal grounding. His lawyer, Kapil Sibal, contended that no FIR had been filed from 2004 to 2009, questioning the legitimacy of the case. Though, the CBI maintained that the trial court is the appropriate venue for such considerations. The court’s refusal to grant a stay underscores the ongoing tension between political figures and legal scrutiny, raising questions about the intersection of power and justice in contemporary India.
