Game of Hide & Seek Going On: AAP’s Sanjay on ED’s Summon to Vadra
The ongoing saga of Robert Vadra, husband of Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, and his involvement in a land deal case has taken another turn. On Tuesday, Vadra received a fresh summons from the Enforcement Directorate (ED), sparking a new wave of controversy. In response to the development, AAP MP Sanjay Singh has now weighed in, stating that a “game of hide and seek” is being played out in the case.
The ED had last year issued a notice to Vadra, asking him to appear before the agency in connection with a probe into alleged irregularities in the purchase of a plot in Bikaner. The case was initially investigated by the Income Tax Department, which had attached the property worth Rs 37.62 crore. The ED took over the investigation in 2016.
Speaking to the media, Sanjay Singh, a Rajya Sabha MP from AAP, expressed his skepticism about the ED’s intentions. “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,” he said, hinting that the agency’s actions may be influenced by political considerations.
Sanjay’s statement has been interpreted by many as a criticism of the ED’s modus operandi, which has been accused of being slow and sluggish in its probe. The agency has been under fire for its handling of several high-profile cases, including those involving politicians from the ruling BJP and its allies.
The Vadra case is particularly sensitive given the high-profile nature of the accused and the fact that it has been going on for several years. Vadra has consistently denied any wrongdoing and has been cooperating with the investigation. However, the ED’s fresh summons has raised questions about the agency’s intentions and the timing of the summons.
Sanjay’s statement has also sparked a debate about the political implications of the case. The Congress party, which has been a vocal supporter of Vadra, has accused the BJP of using the ED to harass its opponents. The party has claimed that the agency’s actions are politically motivated and are designed to distract attention from the BJP’s own scandals.
The BJP, on the other hand, has denied any political interference in the ED’s probe and has claimed that Vadra is guilty of serious financial irregularities. The party has also accused the Congress of trying to shield Vadra from accountability.
The Vadra case is not the only one where the ED has been accused of being slow in its probe. The agency has been criticized for its handling of several other high-profile cases, including those involving former Union Minister Ashwani Kumar and former Chief Minister of Bihar, Lalu Prasad Yadav.
In recent months, there have been growing calls for greater transparency and accountability in the ED’s probe. Many have expressed concern that the agency’s actions are not guided by a clear set of rules and procedures, but rather by political considerations.
The Vadra case is a classic example of this. The ED’s investigation has been marked by delays and inconsistencies, leading many to question the agency’s motives. Sanjay Singh’s statement, therefore, is a timely reminder of the need for greater transparency and accountability in the ED’s probe.
In conclusion, the Vadra case is a complex and controversial issue that has been shrouded in political intrigue. The ED’s fresh summons has raised more questions than answers, and it remains to be seen how the agency will proceed with its probe. Sanjay Singh’s statement has highlighted the need for greater transparency and accountability in the ED’s probe, and it is hoped that the agency will take concrete steps to address these concerns.
