In a significant development, the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) intensified its scrutiny into allegations against Raaj Kumar Anand, a Cabinet Minister in the Government of Delhi, and other associated individuals or entities. Pursuant to the ongoing investigation under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PMLA), the ED executed search operations at 13 locations spanning Delhi NCR, Kolkata, and Uttar Pradesh on November 2, 2023.
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has taken a parallel stance, filing a Prosecution Complaint against Raaj Kumar Anand and others for violating provisions of the Customs Act, 1962. This served as the impetus for the ED’s investigation. The complaint alleges that Anand circumvented customs duties amounting to approximately Rs. 7 Crore by facilitating Hawala payments to China. The gravity of the offense was recognized by the Honorable Court on August 11, 2023.
During the search operations, key personnel associated with Raaj Kumar Anand came under scrutiny, unearthing evidence related to undisclosed business investments and Hawala transactions to China in 2023. A substantial amount of Rs. 74 Lakh in cash, along with incriminating digital records and documents, were seized. As the investigations unfold, the ED is meticulously delving into the intricacies of the case, determined to unveil the truth surrounding the alleged financial misconduct.
