🔥 5 Explosive Allegations by ED Against Sonia & Rahul Gandhi in ₹142 Crore National Herald Case
Dilli ki ek court mein phir se utha sawal,ED ne kiya khulaasa – paisa kiska haal?
Sonia aur Rahul ke naam likhi FIR,
142 crore – proceeds of crime ka izhaar.
🧾 ED’s Explosive Charges: ₹142 Crore in “Proceeds of Crime”
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) told a Delhi court on Wednesday that Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi had allegedly received ₹142 crore in "proceeds of crime" as part of the National Herald money laundering case. These funds, according to the ED, came largely through rental income linked to properties held by Associated Journals Limited (AJL).
🏛️ Key Statement by Special Counsel Zoheb Hossain
Special Counsel for ED, Zoheb Hossain, stated that the amount of ₹142 crore should be seen as illegally obtained income.
“The rental income worth ₹142 crore received by the accused persons will be included,” said Hossain.
He further claimed that Young Indian, the company controlled by the Gandhis, acquired ₹90.25 crore in assets by paying only ₹50 lakh to AJL, raising serious questions about the nature of the transaction.
⚖️ Legal Grounds: Predicate Offence Already Cognized
Hossain told the court that “the cognizance of the predicate offence has already taken place.” This means that the court has legally accepted the foundation for the money laundering investigation.
Alongside Sonia and Rahul Gandhi, other accused named include Suman Dubey and Sam Pitroda, with charges centered on criminal breach of trust and unlawful enrichment through political channels.
🔍 Timeline of the Case: From Complaint to Chargesheet
📅 June 26, 2014: Subramanian Swamy Files Complaint
The case began with a complaint filed by BJP leader Subramanian Swamy accusing the Congress leadership of fraud in the transfer of AJL assets.
🕵️♂️ 2021: ED Initiates Investigation
The ED began its formal investigation in 2021, after a magistrate court took cognisance of the complaint and allowed proceedings to move forward.
📑 2025: ED Submits Chargesheet
Appearing before Special Judge Vishal Gogne, Additional Solicitor General (ASG) SV Raju declared that a prima facie case of money laundering has been established.
“The accused committed breach of trust,” ASG Raju said, referencing evidence that Young Indian’s formation and acquisition of AJL was part of a calculated financial scheme.
🗣️ Political Reactions: Congress Cries Vendetta
The Congress Party has consistently termed the probe as politically motivated. Party spokespeople claim the BJP is using central agencies like ED to target opposition leaders and divert attention from core public issues.
Meanwhile, BJP leaders argue that transparency and legal accountability are essential in a healthy democracy and must apply even to the most powerful.
🔎 What is the Enforcement Directorate (ED)?
The Enforcement Directorate is a law enforcement and economic intelligence agency of the Government of India. It operates under the Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance.
📌 Key Functions of ED:
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Investigates economic crimes, especially:
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Money Laundering
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Foreign Exchange violations
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Financial frauds
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Enforces the following laws:
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Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002
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Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA), 1999
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Fugitive Economic Offenders Act, 2018
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Freezes or confiscates properties gained through illegal means or money laundering.
👮 Why is ED in the News Often?
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ED is regularly involved in high-profile cases involving politicians, business tycoons, and celebrities.
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It is often tasked with investigating black money, hawala, and terror funding links.
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In cases like the National Herald case, ED probes whether political leaders misused funds or laundered money through front companies.
🔮 What’s Next?
The Delhi court is now assessing whether to formally take cognisance of the ED chargesheet. If accepted, the case will move into the trial phase.
Legal experts believe this development could have far-reaching implications for the Congress Party, especially as it prepares for upcoming national elections.
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