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Lalu Yadav, chief of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), and his wife Rabri Devi, both facing criminal charges in the IRCTC scam case, have requested a Delhi court to halt the day-to-day trial. They cite multiple pending cases against their family, their health concerns, and the ongoing Bihar Assembly elections as reasons. They also claim they need more time to review the extensive chargesheet and court order. The case involves allegations that Lalu Yadav, as Railway Minister, manipulated tender processes for hotels in exchange for bribes, involving his wife and son in the conspiracy.

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Yadavs Seek Delay in IRCTC Scam Trial, Citing Health and Bihar Polls

New Delhi, October 27, 2025 – Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Yadav and his wife, former Bihar Chief Minister Rabri Devi, have filed an application in a Delhi court requesting a postponement of the day-to-day trial in the ongoing IRCTC scam case. The couple, both facing criminal charges, cited multiple pending cases, their deteriorating health, and the demands of the ongoing Bihar Assembly elections as justification for their request.

The application, presented before Special Judge Vishal Gogne, also emphasized the need for more time to thoroughly review the 18,000-page chargesheet and the 250-page court order framing the charges. The court has directed the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), which is investigating the case, to respond to the application.

The IRCTC scam case stems from a 2017 FIR filed by the CBI, alleging that Lalu Yadav, during his tenure as Union Railway Minister (2004-2009), engaged in a criminal conspiracy to favor certain hotel owners in Patna and Puri. The CBI claims Yadav manipulated tender processes, awarding contracts in exchange for bribes in the form of valuable land and shares.

The court had previously framed charges of corruption and criminal conspiracy against Mr. Yadav on October 13th, noting his abuse of power as Railway Minister. His wife, Rabri Devi, and son, Tejashwi Yadav, are also charged with criminal conspiracy and cheating in connection with the case. The court heard chief examination of prosecution witnesses and gave the defense team to cross examine at a later date. The request for a four-week postponement now puts the trial’s schedule in question as the court considers the CBI’s response and the arguments presented by the Yadavs.

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