Lalu's sentencing a 'landmark' judgment, says BJP

The CBI court in Ranchi sentenced RJD chief Lalu Prasad to 5 years’ imprisonment in a 17-year-old fodder scam case, making him the second member of Parliament to be disqualified in the last three days. Political reactions started pouring in after the sentencing.

The CBI court in Ranchi sentenced RJD chief Lalu Prasad to 5 years’ imprisonment in a 17-year-old fodder scam case, making him the second member of Parliament to be disqualified in the last three days. He was also imposed a fine of Rs. 25 lakh. Political reactions started pouring in after the sentencing.

#With corruption, law will catch up with you: BJP spokesperson Ravi Shankar Prasad on Lalu Prasad's sentencing.

#This is a landmark judgement. As you sow, so you shall reap: Kirti Azad, BJP leader

#If one person goes to jail, does not mean supporters will stop voting for RJD: Samajwadi Party leader, Naresh Agarwal

#This will act as a deterrent for the political parties in future: Congress leader Jagdambika Pal said.