Former Bihar Chief Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav's trial in the infamous Fodder Scam case continues in Patna's CBI court.

The CBI court in Patna has begun trying the notorious Fodder Scam case against former Bihar Chief Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav. There are 44 defendants in this high-profile case, including Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supreme leader Lalu Prasad Yadav.

As per sources, 76 witnesses have been deposed at this point in the trial.

Lalu Prasad Yadav, R.K. Rana, Phoolchand Singh, Naukarshah Bank Julius, and former MP Jagdish Sharma are all accused of embezzling monies intended for livestock fodder in the 1996 case known as the Fodder Scam. Notably, 22 witnesses have now passed away, so their respective trials can be officially wrapped up.

While Lalu Prasad Yadav has already faced convictions in some related cases, the proceedings for Case No. 63A of 1966 are still underway. This case pertains to the alleged fraudulent withdrawal of Rs 46 lakh from the treasury of the Bhagalpur and Banka districts based on fake documents.

The next hearing in this case is scheduled for September 27th in the CBI's Special Court. Lalu Prasad Yadav is expected to be present during the hearing, although security arrangements have not been disclosed for safety reasons.

In addition, the CBI has received authorization from the federal government to proceed with legal action against former Railway Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav in the "Land for Jobs" case. The Home Ministry must give its blessing before he may be prosecuted for this matter, which occurred during his time as Railway Minister. The CBI has also asked for and is awaiting approval to file charges against three additional railway officers.

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