Rahul Navin Appointed Full-Time Director of Enforcement Directorate

Rahul Navin has been appointed as the full-time director of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for two years. Navin, an IRS officer since 1993, joined the ED in 2019 and has a robust background in international taxation. His tenure has seen significant high-profile arrests and reforms within the agency.

In a significant move, Acting Enforcement Directorate (ED) chief Rahul Navin was appointed as the full-time director of the federal anti-money laundering agency on Wednesday.

An order from the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) formalized the appointment for a period of two years, confirming Navin's role as an Additional Secretary (AS) rank post in the Union government. The seasoned IRS officer of the 1993 batch has been instrumental in several high-profile cases, bringing a wealth of experience from his background in international taxation.

Navin, who joined the ED in November 2019 as a Special Director (OSD), quickly rose through the ranks. His tenure has been marked by significant arrests including those of political figures like Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren. An expert in international taxation, Navin has been pivotal in high-stakes cases such as the Vodafone tax demand.

A highly educated officer with degrees from IIT Kanpur and Swinburne University, Navin has also contributed extensively to the field through various publications. His book on tax transparency, published in 2017, reflects his deep engagement with global economic and anti-tax evasion platforms.

Under Navin's leadership, the ED has intensified its efforts against financial crimes, securing convictions and ensuring the protection of its teams. His directives have been clear: work without fear and ensure timely filing of charge sheets.

(With inputs from agencies.)