Drug Web Unveiled: MLA Khaira's Assets Frozen Amidst Money Laundering Probe

The Enforcement Directorate has attached Punjab Congress MLA Sukhpal Singh Khaira's residence in a money laundering investigation linked to drug trafficking. Khaira, alleging political vendetta, denies prior notification of the action. The ED claims the property was purchased using illicit funds from an international drug syndicate.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has taken a significant step by attaching Punjab Congress MLA Sukhpal Singh Khaira's Chandigarh residence, terming it a vital link in a broader probe into drug trafficking-related money laundering. The seized asset is valued at Rs 3.82 crore, according to the ED.

This enforcement action is part of an investigation under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). The ED alleges that Khaira acquired and utilized funds generated from an international drug syndicate, connected to his close associate Gurdev Singh, to purchase this property.

Khaira, who finds himself at the center of this storm, has publicly criticized the ED's move. He alleges the agency is acting at the behest of the ruling BJP to target opposition leaders in India. The controversy deepens as the accusations point to cash payments for protection and election funding derived from illegal drug activities.

(With inputs from agencies.)