Profile
Lalu Prasad Yadav
2
Separate cases named in
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Resulted in a conviction
This profile is generated from the “key individuals” named in each case below — it reflects how many separate investigations name this person, not a standalone finding of guilt. Presumption of innocence applies to any case not marked convicted.
ConvictedChief Minister of Bihar at the time of the scheme
The Fodder Scam
Convicted across multiple separate treasury cases, with combined sentencing reported at 14 years across four cases plus a further 5 years and a ₹60 lakh fine in a fifth (Doranda) case, 2022. Appeals concerning sentence suspension have continued.
Under TrialFormer Union Railway Minister; RJD chief
The Land-for-Jobs Scam
Charges framed February 2026; pleaded not guilty. Trial ongoing.