Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Amanatullah Khan was detained by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) following searches conducted at multiple locations linked to him. The raids, which took place on Tuesday, were part of an ongoing investigation into a money laundering case connected to the Delhi Waqf Board. Khan has been under scrutiny for alleged financial irregularities during his tenure as the chairman of the board.
The ED’s operation involved searches at several properties associated with Khan and his close associates, where officials reportedly uncovered documents and electronic evidence that are now under examination. Khan was subsequently taken into custody for questioning as part of the broader investigation.
The case against Khan is linked to allegations of corruption and financial mismanagement in the Delhi Waqf Board, which oversees the administration of Waqf properties in the national capital. The ED’s investigation follows an earlier probe by the Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) of the Delhi Police, which had registered a case against Khan in connection with similar charges.
Khan’s detention has sparked reactions from his party, with AAP leaders condemning the ED’s actions as politically motivated. They have accused the central government of using investigative agencies to target political opponents. However, the ED has maintained that the actions are part of a lawful investigation into serious financial misconduct.
As the investigation continues, Khan’s detention is expected to lead to further legal proceedings, with the possibility of additional arrests or charges being filed in the coming days. The case has drawn significant attention, given its implications for both the political landscape in Delhi and the administration of Waqf properties across the city.
