NEW DELHI: In a big improvement, the Enforcement Directorate has named Robert Vadra in a chargesheet associated to a cash laundering case involving arms supplier Sanjay Bhandari. The central probe company alleges Vadra’s connection to a London property, terming it “proceeds of crime.” This can also be the primary time that Robert Vadra has been named in a chargesheet filed in reference to a cash laundering case by the ED.
Connections With Arms Dealer Sanjay Bhandari
The ED chargesheet reveals that Sanjay Bhandari held undisclosed international revenue and property, together with properties in London. CC Thampi and Sumit Chadha are implicated within the concealment and use of those “proceeds of crime.” Thampi, recognized as a “close associate” of Robert Vadra, performed a job in renovating and occupying the London property talked about within the chargesheet.
Money Laundering Cases Filed Against Vadra
The ED has initiated cash laundering circumstances towards Robert Vadra concerning the acquisition of properties in London, totaling 1.9 million kilos. These acquisitions, together with others between 2005 and 2010, are allegedly linked to kickbacks obtained throughout a petroleum deal in 2009 underneath the UPA regime.
Haryana Land Deal, Bikaner Money Laundering Cases
Vadra faces accusations in a 2010 FIR associated to the acquisition and sale of land in Gurgaon, suggesting irregularities in pricing. Additionally, the ED registered a cash laundering case in 2015, asserting that Vadra’s firm Skylight Hospitality engaged in unlawful transactions regarding land in Bikaner meant for the rehabilitation of poor villages.
Fraud Cases, Allegations Of Favouritism
The Central Bureau of Investigation registered 18 fraud circumstances in 2017, with 4 involving corporations linked to Robert Vadra. Furthermore, allegations had been made in early 2002 that Vadra’s household sought favors utilizing their ties with the Nehru-Gandhi household, prompting inquiries into the matter.
Robert Vadra-DLF Land Deal
During the 2012 anti-corruption motion led by Arvind Kejriwal, severe accusations had been made towards Vadra, together with “illegal” offers with actual property large DLF. Kejriwal, now Delhi Chief Minister, alleged that DLF offered interest-free loans and discounted residences, receiving undue favor from the Congress-led Haryana authorities.
Following the 2012 allegations, the BJP raised the Vadra-DLF land deal as a significant subject within the 2014 Haryana meeting elections. CM Manohar Lal Khattar ordered an inquiry into the matter, with Vadra defending the transaction as a legit enterprise deal.
This complete overview highlights the varied authorized circumstances and controversies which have surrounded Sonia Gandhi’s son-in-law Robert Vadra over time.
