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Amanatullah Khan Granted Bail In Delhi Waqf Board Money Laundering Case

In a significant development, the Rouse Avenue Court granted bail to Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and Okhla MLA Amanatullah Khan in a high-profile money laundering case related to the Delhi Waqf Board. The court released Khan on a personal bond of Rs 1 lakh, providing the AAP leader temporary reprieve amid serious accusations.

Court Declines Supplementary Charge Sheet, Acquits Co-Accused

While the Enforcement Directorate (ED) filed a 110-page supplementary charge sheet implicating Khan and another accused, Maryam Siddiqui, the court refused to take cognizance of it.

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According to the court, there was insufficient authorization to prosecute Khan, despite the presence of what it deemed sufficient evidence against him. Notably, the court acquitted Maryam Siddiqui, citing a lack of evidence against her.

Allegations of Land Purchases and Misuse of Waqf Board Position

The ED’s charges against Khan include the alleged purchase of land worth Rs 36 crore in Okhla, with claims that he misused his influence within the Delhi Waqf Board to acquire properties at below-market rates. According to ED officials, these assets were allegedly linked to criminal activities, and the funds involved were purportedly laundered.

Khan is further accuse of facilitating irregularities in recruitment within the Waqf Board, with ED naming him as the primary suspect. Four other individuals, previously arrested in connection with the case, remain in judicial custody as investigations continue.

Ongoing Investigation and Public Reactions

The case has sparked widespread debate, as it underscores the ED’s scrutiny of public officials suspected of financial misconduct. While the court’s decision temporarily favors Khan, the ED’s allegations are likely to keep the case in the public eye. AAP representatives, as well as Khan’s supporters, are now calling for a swift and transparent conclusion to the investigation.

Gopal Krishna

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