ED searches 37 locations in Delhi classroom construction scam probe
ED is searching 37 locations linked to contractors involved in the Delhi Classroom construction scam, following an FIR by ACB against former GNCTD ministers and private entities for alleged construction irregularities in Delhi schools.
The Enforcement Directorate on Wednesday raided multiple premises in the national capital as part of a money laundering probe into the classrooms construction 'scam' that is alleged to have taken place during the previous AAP government, official sources told PTI.
The federal probe agency undertook the searches after registering a criminal case under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) taking cognisance of a Delhi Anti-corruption Bureau (ACB) FIR.
“At least 37 premises of contractors and private entities are being covered by the ED officials,” the sources said.
However, it was not immediately clear if some politicians were being covered.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) registered a case against AAP leaders and former Delhi ministers Manish Sisodia and Satyendar Jain in its April 30 FIR, alleging financial irregularities amounting to ₹2,000 crore in the construction of over 12,000 classrooms or semi-permanent structures in Delhi government schools under the Arvind Kejriwal-led administration.
(With inputs from PTI)
(This is a developing story)
- The ED's investigation highlights significant allegations of corruption within the previous government administration.
- The probe underscores the importance of accountability in public spending, especially in education.
- The case exemplifies ongoing efforts by authorities to combat financial irregularities and uphold the rule of law.
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