ED Arrests Al Falah Chairman in Delhi Red Fort Blast Probe
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested Jawad Ahmed Siddiqui, Chairman of Al Falah group, under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), marking a significant development in the investigation into the November 10 car blast near Delhi’s Red Fort Metro Station.
Key Developments
- Death toll rises to 15 as two more victims succumb to injuries
- ED arrest follows detailed investigation and evidence analysis
- Probe reveals organized terror module with encrypted communications
Security agencies have identified Dr. Umar Un Nabi as the alleged driver of the explosive-laden vehicle. Investigators have uncovered evidence of an organized internal structure, encrypted communication channels, and coordinated weapons movement within the terror module.
ED’s Money Laundering Probe
The ED initiated its investigation based on two FIRs registered by Delhi Police’s Crime Branch. The allegations center on Al-Falah University making fraudulent claims about:
- False NAAC accreditation to deceive students and stakeholders
- Misleading UGC recognition under Section 12(B) of the UGC Act, 1956
The University Grants Commission has clarified that Al-Falah University is recognized only under Section 2(f) as a State Private University and has never applied for Section 12(B) inclusion, making it ineligible for grants under that provision.
The arrest follows extensive raids at multiple locations connected to the Al Falah group as part of the ongoing terror funding investigation.
