The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has summoned Tejashwi Yadav, the former Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar, for questioning in the Land-for-Jobs case. This case has been making headlines in the media due to its political significance and the involvement of high-profile individuals. In this article, we will delve deeper into the details of the Land-for-Jobs case and the reasons behind the ED's interrogation of Tejashwi Yadav.
Background:
The Land-for-Jobs case dates back to 2006 when the Bihar government, led by Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Lalu Prasad Yadav, allegedly misused its power to grant favours to a private firm, Lara Projects, in exchange for land. The company was given contracts to construct two railway hotels in Puri and Ranchi, and in return, it was alleged to have given away prime land to the then-ruling RJD leaders and their family members.
Details of the Case:
The ED's investigation into the Land-for-Jobs case began in 2017, and since then, it has been probing the allegations of money laundering and corruption. The agency has alleged that Tejashwi Yadav, Lalu Prasad Yadav's son, was the "main conspirator" in the case, and had received properties worth crores of rupees as kickbacks from Lara Projects. The ED has also accused him of not disclosing these assets in his election affidavit.
Tejashwi Yadav has denied all the allegations and has called the case politically motivated. He has said that he will cooperate with the ED's investigation and has accused the ruling party of using the ED to target opposition leaders.
Conclusion:
The Land-for-Jobs case and the ED's interrogation of Tejashwi Yadav are significant developments in Bihar's political landscape. The case has exposed the alleged corruption and misuse of power by the previous RJD government, and the ED's investigation has brought the issue to the forefront once again. We hope that this article has provided you with a detailed understanding of the Land-for-Jobs case and its current status.
