Game of Hide & Seek Going On: AAP’s Sanjay on ED’s Summon to Vadra
The investigation into the alleged land deal irregularities involving Robert Vadra, husband of Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, has taken another turn with the Enforcement Directorate (ED) summoning him once again. The development has sparked a fresh round of political debate, with AAP MP Sanjay Singh claiming that a “game of hide and seek” is being played out. In this blog post, we will delve into the latest updates on the case and explore the reactions of political leaders.
As reported by ANI, Sanjay Singh, a prominent leader of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), was quoted as saying, “Sometimes action is taken in Vadra’s case and sometimes it is not…Let’s see what action ED takes based on documents they have.” His statement suggests that the AAP leader is skeptical about the ED’s intentions and believes that the agency may be playing a game of cat and mouse with Robert Vadra.
The ED’s latest summon to Robert Vadra comes after a long hiatus, during which time he had been evading investigations. The agency had initially summoned him in 2020, but he had failed to appear, citing health reasons. The ED had then issued a fresh summons, which was ignored by Vadra. The latest summon is seen as a significant development, as it indicates that the ED is determined to pursue its investigation into the alleged land deal irregularities.
The case against Robert Vadra relates to alleged irregularities in the purchase of a plot of land in Gurgaon’s Sector 83. The ED had registered a case under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) and the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) in 2019, following a complaint filed by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA). The agency had claimed that Vadra had acquired the land through a shell company, and that the transaction was illegal.
The AAP’s Sanjay Singh has been vocal about his party’s stance on the issue, claiming that the ED’s investigation is politically motivated. He has also accused the agency of selectively targeting opposition leaders, while giving a free pass to those in power. “The ED is not doing anything against those who are involved in big scams,” Sanjay was quoted as saying. “They are just targeting opposition leaders to divert attention from the real issues.”
The BJP, on the other hand, has been quick to capitalize on the development, claiming that the ED’s summon to Robert Vadra is a major blow to the Congress party. “The ED’s action is a clear indication that the Modi government is committed to rooting out corruption,” said a senior BJP leader. “The Congress party is reeling under the weight of corruption scandals, and this latest development is a major embarrassment for them.”
The Congress party, meanwhile, has been defensive about the issue, claiming that the ED’s investigation is a “witch-hunt” aimed at targeting opposition leaders. “The ED’s action is a clear example of political vendetta,” said a Congress spokesperson. “The Modi government is using the ED to harass and intimidate opposition leaders, and this is a clear violation of democratic norms.”
In conclusion, the summoning of Robert Vadra by the ED has sparked a fresh round of political debate, with the AAP’s Sanjay Singh claiming that a “game of hide and seek” is being played out. While the ED’s investigation is ongoing, it remains to be seen what action the agency takes based on the documents it has collected. The case is a significant one, as it relates to alleged irregularities in a major land deal and has far-reaching implications for the country’s political landscape.
