Tejashwi Yadav Files Defamation Lawsuit Against JD(U) Leader

RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav has filed a defamation lawsuit against JD(U) spokesperson Neeraj Kumar, demanding Rs 12.10 crore in damages and an unconditional public apology. Yadav claims Kumar's allegations are baseless and have tarnished his political reputation.

Tejashwi Yadav, the RJD leader and current opposition leader in the Bihar state assembly, has taken legal action against JD(U) MLC and spokesperson Neeraj Kumar. On Saturday, Yadav filed a defamation lawsuit, seeking damages amounting to Rs 12.10 crore and an unconditional public apology from Kumar.

The legal notice, measuring eight pages and penned by a Delhi-based law firm, accuses Kumar of making frivolous claims intended to damage Yadav's reputation. These accusations, discussed during an October 21 press conference, suggest Yadav was involved in a 'salary ghotala' by under-reporting his income.

Adding to the controversy, Kumar reportedly made defamatory remarks about Yadav's father, Lalu Prasad, the RJD president. Yadav stresses that without an apology and compensation within 10 days, legal proceedings will escalate in the appropriate court under the Bharatiya Nyay Samhita.

(With inputs from agencies.)