New Summons Issued for Robert Vadra in Money Laundering Case, Faces Probe under PMLA
ED calls upon Robert Vadra once more in association with Sanjay Bhandari's purported money laundering investigation
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is once again calling on Robert Vadra, husband of Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi, to answer questions regarding a money laundering case connected to UK-based arms dealer Sanjay Bhandari. The summons for questioning was issued for June 17 [1][2].
Previously, Vadra was called on June 10 but he chose to postpone, citing flu-like symptoms and adhering to COVID-19 protocol by getting tested [1]. His preparedness to appear before the ED anytime before or after his planned foreign travels was confirmed by his lawyer [2].
Unfortunately, Vadra missed the second summons, with sources suggesting that family matters were the reason for his absence outside of India [1]. The ED is now looking to record Vadra's statement under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), leading up to a potential chargesheet filing in this case [2].
This ongoing investigation centers around alleged money laundering deals involving several properties, including two in London and various land parcels in India [1]. A key player under the ED's microscope is NRI businessman CC Thampi, who has been detained since 2020 for reported involvement in facilitating property transactions on behalf of Vadra through a Dubai-based company [1][3].
It's worth noting that Bhandari, the focal point of this case, has fled to the UK since Income Tax Department raids in Delhi in 2016 [1][3]. Facing multiple pending investigations related to offenses like violating foreign exchange laws and the Official Secrets Act, Bhandari's extradition back to India was denied by the UK's High Court earlier in May [1][3][4].
Staying true to his statements, Vadra has persistently denied any connection to the properties or alleged money laundering activities [1][4], dismissing the charges as a "political witch hunt."
In addition, Vadra is under investigation in another money laundering case concerning financial irregularities in Rajasthan's Bikaner [5][4]. The future developments in both cases await further legal actions and Vadra's cooperation with the ED.
[1] https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/robert-vadra-summoned-by-ed-in-another-money-laundering-case-3244739[2] https://www.thehindu.com/business/robert-vadra-carrying-on-with-life-as-if-nothing-happened-says-sanjay-bhandarian-ex-indian-arms-dealer-now-free/article34985074.ece[3] https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/sanjay-bhandari-fugitive-arms-dealer-who-flew-to-seek-asylum-in-uk-arrested-in-spain-eyes-extradition-101656140333138.html[4] https://swarajyamag.com/politics/sanjay-bhandari-extradition-to-india-blocked-by-uk-court[5] https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/horns-of-dilemma-r-k-vadra-a-900-crore-erryday-empire-or-the-bikaner-scam-1743313
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- The ongoing money laundering case involving Robert Vadra, a key figure in general-news, has expanded to include allegations in a second case, this time concerning financial irregularities in Rajasthan's Bikaner, a possible area for investigation in the realm of finance.
- The Enforcement Directorate's (ED) probe into Robert Vadra's money laundering case has been influenced by political developments, particularly the denial of Sanjay Bhandari's extradition back to India by the UK's High Court, a significant event in crime-and-justice.
- Amid the intensifying scrutiny of Robert Vadra under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), the defi sector and broader finance industry are keeping a close eye on the details of this case, as it could potentially impact the market's confidence in business dealings and transparency.
