Madras High Court orders status quo on attachment of properties of DMK ex-Minister Anitha Radhakrishnan by ED
The Madras High Court has granted a three-week status quo order regarding the attachment of properties belonging to DMK MLA Anitha R. Radhakrishnan by the Enforcement Directorate. The case stems from a long-standing disproportionate assets investigation initiated in 2006.
Why it matters
Reflects ongoing legal battles between central investigative agencies and regional political figures in India.
The Madras High Court, on Monday (June 29, 2026), ordered maintenance of status quo with respect to attachment of 18 immovable properties, owned by former DMK Minister and incumbent Tiruchendur MLA Anitha R. Radhakrishnan and his family members in Madurai and Thoothukudi districts, by the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) in connection with a money laundering case.
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