Lalu Prasad Yadav appears in Siwan court in 2011 MCC violation case
Synopsis
Lalu Prasad Yadav finally appeared before a Siwan court on Friday after a non-bailable warrant and property attachment proceedings were initiated for his repeated absence. The charge-framing in this 2011 MCC violation case — stemming from an unlicensed campaign rally — marks a fresh legal milestone in the RJD chief's long-running entanglement with the courts.
Key Takeaways
Lalu Prasad Yadav appeared before ACJM-I in Siwan on 6 November 2026 in a 2011 MCC violation case.
The court formally framed charges against him during a hearing that lasted approximately five minutes .
His repeated earlier absences had led to a non-bailable warrant and initiation of property attachment proceedings , later stayed on health grounds.
The case stems from an alleged unlicensed campaign rally in Daraunda on 8 October 2011 , registered as Case No.
Co-accused Parmeshwar Singh has since died; proceedings against Lalu Prasad continue.
Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief and former Bihar Chief Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav appeared before the court of Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate (ACJM)-I in Siwan on Friday, 6 November 2026, in connection with a 2011 case involving the alleged violation of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC). The brief hearing, which lasted approximately five minutes, saw the court formally read out and frame charges against him.
What Happened in Court
During the proceedings, the court completed the formal charge-framing process against Lalu Prasad. His counsel, Kameshwar Tiwari, presented arguments on his behalf. Lalu Prasad's appearance on Friday came after the court had previously directed him to appear in person — a directive he had repeatedly failed to comply with.
His continued absence had prompted the court to issue a non-bailable warrant against him and initiate proceedings for the attachment of his property. Those attachment proceedings were subsequently stayed after his counsel submitted that his absences were on account of health-related reasons.
Background: The 2011 Daraunda Campaign Case
The case originates from the 2011 Bihar Assembly elections. On 8 October 2011, Lalu Prasad allegedly visited the Daraunda Assembly constituency to campaign for RJD candidate Parmeshwar Singh. He reportedly addressed a public meeting and delivered speeches using loudspeakers without obtaining the requisite permissions, despite prohibitory orders being in force at the time.
The then Circle Officer, Shankar Mahto, subsequently lodged an FIR at Daraunda police station against both Lalu Prasad and Parmeshwar Singh. The case was registered as Case No. 146/11. The court later took cognisance of the matter against both the accused. Parmeshwar Singh has since died, while proceedings against Lalu Prasad have continued.
Arrival in Siwan and Party Reception
Lalu Prasad arrived in Siwan on Thursday evening and was welcomed by RJD leaders and party workers at multiple points along his route. He stayed overnight at a hotel in Pachrukhi. He was accompanied by several party figures, including Legislative Council member Vinod Jaiswal and former MLA Bhola Yadav.
Among those who received him were former Assembly Speaker Awadh Bihari Chaudhary, Raghunathpur MLA Osama Sahab, former MLA Harishankar Yadav, RJD leader Anwarul Haq, district spokesperson Umesh Kumar, and party leaders Arun Gupta, Harendra Singh Patel, Vikrant Singh, Lalan Yadav, and Ravindra Rai.
What Comes Next
With charges now formally framed, the case will proceed to the trial stage. This is one of several legal proceedings that have dogged Lalu Prasad over the years — the most prominent being the fodder scam cases, in which he has already been convicted. The Siwan MCC matter, though relatively minor in comparison, underlines the persistent legal scrutiny surrounding one of Bihar's most influential political figures.
Point of View
Compelled by a non-bailable warrant and looming property attachment, is a reminder that legal accountability — however delayed — does eventually catch up. The MCC case is minor by the standards of the fodder scam convictions, but its optics matter: a party chief appearing only under coercion signals institutional persistence over political privilege. What is worth watching is whether the trial proceeds at pace now that charges are framed, or whether further delays emerge. Bihar's electoral calendar gives every legal development involving Lalu Prasad an outsized political dimension — and the RJD's rivals will not let this moment pass unnoticed.
NationPress
6 Nov 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the 2011 MCC case against Lalu Prasad Yadav?
The case involves an alleged violation of the Model Code of Conduct during the 2011 Bihar Assembly elections. On 8 October 2011, Lalu Prasad reportedly addressed a public meeting in Daraunda constituency using loudspeakers without permission, despite prohibitory orders being in force, leading to FIR Case No. 146/11 at Daraunda police station.
Why was a non-bailable warrant issued against Lalu Prasad?
A non-bailable warrant was issued because Lalu Prasad repeatedly failed to appear before the Siwan court despite a judicial directive to do so in person. Property attachment proceedings were also initiated, though these were subsequently stayed after his counsel cited health-related reasons for his absences.
What happened during the court hearing on 6 November?
The hearing lasted approximately five minutes, during which the court read out the charges against Lalu Prasad and formally completed the charge-framing process. His counsel, Kameshwar Tiwari, presented arguments before the court.
Who else was accused in this case?
RJD candidate Parmeshwar Singh was the co-accused in Case No. 146/11. However, Parmeshwar Singh has since died, and legal proceedings now continue only against Lalu Prasad.
What happens next in the case?
With charges now formally framed, the case moves to the trial stage. The court will schedule subsequent hearings for the examination of evidence and witnesses.
