Published on March 23, 2026
The Delhi High Court has issued a notice regarding a petition filed Yadav and his wife, Rabri Devi, in relation to the contentious land-for-jobs case. The couple is challenging the use of “unrelied” documents, which are materials seized but not utilized in the prosecution’s complaint against them.
The bench, led Kumar Mendiratta, scheduled the matter for hearing and directed the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to respond to the couple’s petition. The couple’s legal representatives argued that the unrelied documents should not be considered in the case, asserting that such materials should not form the basis of any legal action without being substantiated in the charges.
This case revolves around allegations that Yadav, a prominent political figure and former Chief Minister of Bihar, and his family members illegally acquired land in exchange for providing government jobs to individuals in various state departments. The investigation into these allegations initiated several months ago, leading to multiple seizures of documents and materials .
Yadav and Rabri Devi’s plea emphasizes the importance of fair legal processes, asserting that the inclusion of unrelied documents compromises their ability to prepare a robust defense. Their legal team contends that relying on such documents could lead to a miscarriage of justice.
As proceedings continue, the focus remains on the legal implications of the case and the broader consequences for the integrity of both the prosecution and defense in criminal trials. The upcoming hearing is anticipated to clarify the admissibility of evidence in the ongoing investigation and its relevance to the charges against the couple.