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Jharkhand HC Hears Lalu Yadav Appeal in Deoghar Fodder Scam Case
✍️ Amar Ujala · Patna
🗓 04 Nov 2026, 10:37 PM
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The Jharkhand High Court heard the appeal of former Bihar CM Lalu Prasad Yadav in the Deoghar treasury fodder scam, with former collectors testifying on irregular withdrawals between 1990 and 1995.
The Jharkhand High Court is currently hearing the appeal filed by former Bihar Chief Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav in connection with the Deoghar treasury fodder scam. The legal proceedings focused on allegations of irregular financial transactions and administrative lapses during the early 1990s.
During the hearing, testimonies from former district collectors were presented to the bench. These witnesses provided details regarding the procedural mechanisms and financial irregularities that allegedly occurred between 1990 and 1995. The court examined the evidence related to the unauthorized withdrawal of funds from the treasury.
The case centers on the role of administrative authorities in facilitating the diversion of fodder funds. The testimonies highlighted specific instances of non-compliance with standard government procedures during the tenure of the officials in question. The High Court is reviewing these facts to determine the validity of the appeal against the lower court's verdict.
The proceedings underscore the ongoing legal scrutiny of financial misconduct in Jharkhand's public sector. The court continues to evaluate the documentary evidence and witness statements to reach a final decision on the matter.
During the hearing, testimonies from former district collectors were presented to the bench. These witnesses provided details regarding the procedural mechanisms and financial irregularities that allegedly occurred between 1990 and 1995. The court examined the evidence related to the unauthorized withdrawal of funds from the treasury.
The case centers on the role of administrative authorities in facilitating the diversion of fodder funds. The testimonies highlighted specific instances of non-compliance with standard government procedures during the tenure of the officials in question. The High Court is reviewing these facts to determine the validity of the appeal against the lower court's verdict.
The proceedings underscore the ongoing legal scrutiny of financial misconduct in Jharkhand's public sector. The court continues to evaluate the documentary evidence and witness statements to reach a final decision on the matter.