ED Makes Key Arrest in Delhi Blast Money Laundering Probe
The Enforcement Directorate has taken into custody Jawad Ahmed Siddiqui, chairman of Al-Falah, in connection with alleged money laundering activities related to the recent Delhi blast case. The arrest marks a significant development in the ongoing investigation into the financial networks potentially supporting the terrorist activity.
Details of the Arrest and Institutional Background
According to official sources, the arrest was made on November 18, 2025, as part of the ED's intensified probe into the money trail connected to the explosion that rocked the national capital. Siddiqui's alleged involvement in channeling funds through educational institutions has come under scanner.
The investigation has revealed that Al Falah University was established by the Haryana Legislative Assembly under the Haryana Private Universities Act. Additionally, the institution has medical education ties, with Al Falah Medical College being affiliated to the university. This educational network is now under thorough examination for potential misuse.
Legal Framework and Investigation Progress
The Enforcement Directorate is pursuing the case under the stringent Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), which allows for extended custody and thorough financial investigation. The agency has been tracking financial transactions and fund movements that allegedly connected the educational institutions to the blast accused.
Sources indicate that the investigation is focusing on how funds might have been diverted from legitimate educational activities to support unlawful operations. The ED is examining financial records, bank transactions, and institutional funding patterns that span across Delhi and Haryana, particularly Faridabad where the university has significant presence.
This arrest represents a crucial breakthrough in understanding the financial infrastructure that may have supported the terrorist activity. The Enforcement Directorate continues to expand its investigation, with more developments expected in the coming days as they follow the money trail and identify all individuals involved in the alleged financial network.
