Interrogation of Vadra Lasts Six Hours at Enforcement Directorate
Berlin Chill: Robert Vadra, a high-profile businessman, found himself in the hot seat on a chilly Thursday, as the Enforcement Directorate (ED) grilled him for nearly six hours regarding an alleged money laundering case. This case, prickling the Haryana landscape in Manesar-Shikohpur since 2008, has Vadra entangled in a broader probe involving Sanjay Bhandari, an arms consultant and suspected money launderer, who reportedly fled India in 2016 and is believed to be a close associate of Vadra.
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The Troublesome Triangle: Vadra was called to testify on multiple occasions in June 2025, initially ducking the June 10 summons under the pretense of flu-like symptoms and a COVID test. After appearing before the ED on June 16 and grilling him for five hours, the authorities asked him to return the following day for more questioning. Vadra's legal team confirmed that he had no intention of evading the summons and was ready to cooperate, though Vadra himself has vehemently denied any wrongdoing or direct connection to criminal activities rumored in the investigation.
The Intricate Charges: The case involves unlawful practices, such as Sanjay Bhandari's alleged use of black money from illicit activities, including defense deals, to amass assets, such as a London property, allegedly renovated with funds provided by Vadra. The ED's investigation also flags financial dealings from the UPA government period. Bhandari is charged with money laundering, concealing foreign assets, and violations under various acts, including the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), the Official Secrets Act, and the Black Money Act. The ED filed a chargesheet against Bhandari in 2023 and plans to file one against Vadra once all statements have been recorded.
The Political Play: Vadra has branded the investigation and summons a "political vendetta" and vehemently denied any involvement in money laundering schemes. He claims to have collaborated extensively with the agency in previous inquiries and insists the authorities are targeting him for political reasons. Upon arriving at the ED office on June 16, Vadra reiterated his focus on social issues and dismissed the probe as a ploy to harass him politically.
The Unfolding Saga: The investigation continues to evolve, with the ED actively pursuing the case to finalize the chargesheet against Vadra as more statements are recorded. The legal proceedings remain ongoing as of mid-June 2025. Stay tuned for more updates on this thrilling and complex case.
Politics and general-news intertwine as Vadra finds himself embroiled in an alleged money laundering case, with the Enforcement Directorate investigating unlawful practices and financial dealings from the past. His legal team maintains that he is ready to cooperate, yet crime-and-justice whispers echo as Vadra claims the investigation to be a "political vendetta."
