Pappu Yadav in Tax Net For Aiding Flood Victims? MP Alleges 'Conspiracy'

This special report focuses on Purnia MP Pappu Yadav, who has received a notice from the Income Tax Department after he was seen distributing cash to flood victims in Bihar's Vaishali district. Yadav claims the notice has 'labelled distributing money to help flood victims as a crime'. The department has asked the independent MP to disclose the source of the funds used for the relief work. This has led to a political row, with Yadav alleging a conspiracy and questioning the absence of local MP and Minister of State for Home, Nityanand Rai, during the crisis. The action against Yadav also includes a case for violating the model code of conduct, as his cash distribution came ahead of assembly elections in the state.