ED Files Complaint Against Sonia & Rahul in National Herald Money Laundering Case
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has taken a significant step in the ongoing National Herald money laundering case by filing a prosecution complaint in a Delhi court against Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, and Sam Pitroda. This move is seen as a major development in the case, which pertains to the alleged fraudulent takeover of properties valued at ₹2,000 crore by Young Indian, a company linked to Sonia Gandhi.
The initial complaint in the case was filed by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy, who accused the Gandhis and others of money laundering and cheating. Swamy had alleged that the Gandhis had illegally acquired assets worth ₹2,000 crore by using National Herald, a newspaper founded by Jawaharlal Nehru, as a front.
The ED had earlier carried out raids and searches at various locations, including the offices of the National Herald and Young Indian, in connection with the case. The agency had also attached properties worth ₹6,000 crore, including the assets of the National Herald and Young Indian.
The prosecution complaint filed by the ED alleges that Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, and Sam Pitroda were involved in the illegal takeover of National Herald and its assets. The complaint states that Young Indian had acquired 99% stake in National Herald through a suspicious transaction, and that the Gandhis and Pitroda had benefited from this transaction.
The ED has also accused the Gandhis and others of money laundering, alleging that they had laundered funds worth ₹2,000 crore by using the National Herald and Young Indian as front companies. The agency has claimed that the Gandhis had used the newspaper and the company to siphon off funds and convert black money into white.
The ED’s complaint is based on the findings of its investigation, which revealed that Young Indian had acquired National Herald’s assets without paying the requisite amount. The agency has claimed that the Gandhis and others had used the company to acquire assets worth ₹2,000 crore, which were then transferred to their personal accounts.
The Gandhis and Pitroda have denied any wrongdoing and have claimed that the ED’s actions are politically motivated. They have also accused the BJP government of using the agency to harass and intimidate them.
The ED’s move comes at a time when the Congress party is facing a major crisis, with several of its leaders and workers facing allegations of corruption and wrongdoing. The party is also facing a major credibility crisis, with many of its leaders and workers being accused of being involved in corrupt practices.
The ED’s complaint is likely to have significant implications for the Gandhis and the Congress party, as it could lead to further investigations and potential criminal charges. The case is also likely to have political implications, as it could be used by the BJP to target the Congress party and its leaders.
In a statement, the ED said that the complaint was filed in accordance with the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). The agency said that it had carried out a thorough investigation into the case and had found sufficient evidence to support the allegations made against the Gandhis and others.
The ED’s move is seen as a significant development in the case, as it brings the Gandhis and others closer to facing criminal charges. The case is now likely to proceed to the trial stage, where the Gandhis and others will have to face the allegations made against them.
The ED’s complaint is based on the findings of its investigation, which revealed that Young Indian had acquired National Herald’s assets without paying the requisite amount. The agency has claimed that the Gandhis and others had used the company to acquire assets worth ₹2,000 crore, which were then transferred to their personal accounts.
The case has significant implications for the Gandhis and the Congress party, as it could lead to further investigations and potential criminal charges. The case is also likely to have political implications, as it could be used by the BJP to target the Congress party and its leaders.
The ED’s move is seen as a significant development in the case, as it brings the Gandhis and others closer to facing criminal charges. The case is now likely to proceed to the trial stage, where the Gandhis and others will have to face the allegations made against them.
The Gandhis and Pitroda have denied any wrongdoing and have claimed that the ED’s actions are politically motivated. They have also accused the BJP government of using the agency to harass and intimidate them.
The ED’s complaint is based on the findings of its investigation, which revealed that Young Indian had acquired National Herald’s assets without paying the requisite amount. The agency has claimed that the Gandhis and others had used the company to acquire assets worth ₹2,000 crore, which were then transferred to their personal accounts.
The case has significant implications for the Gandhis and the Congress party, as it could lead to further investigations and potential criminal charges. The case is also likely to have political implications, as it could be used by the BJP to target the Congress party and its leaders.
Reference:
https://x.com/ANI/status/1912118157457645937
