ED raids 10 locations linked to Azam Khan, Jauhar University across UP, Delhi
The Enforcement Directorate in India has raided multiple locations linked to Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khan and the Jauhar University. The investigation focuses on allegations of money laundering and the diversion of government contract funds into the university's trust.
Why it matters
The case involves high-profile political figures and questions regarding the integrity of public funds and educational institutions in India.
NEW DELHI: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday conducted searches in Uttar Pradesh’s Rampur and Saharanpur and Delhi in connection with Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khan.Officials said around 10 premises in Rampur and Saharanpur in Uttar Pradesh and Delhi were being searched as part of a case registered under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).Officials said the investigation pertains to the alleged "diversion of government contract funds through private contractors and their subsequent utilisation, including for creation of assets of the university and trust.""The investigation has also revealed financial transactions between certain contractors and the trust and contractors…
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