The Punjab and Haryana High Court has taken notice of a criminal petition alleging money laundering by a judge from a Faridkot Court. The petitioner, Mahavir Kumar of Bathinda, claims that the judicial officer amassed more than two dozen properties through illicit means.
Notice Issued to Punjab Government and Enforcement Directorate
The court has issued notices to both the Punjab government and the director of the Enforcement Directorate, directing them to investigate the allegations against the accused judge. The petitioner, represented by Senior Advocate Rajwinder Singh Bains and Advocate HC Arora, contends that some properties were registered in the names of the judge’s family members, who reportedly had no legitimate sources of income.
Ongoing Legal Proceedings
Mahavir Kumar had previously filed a similar complaint on September 23, 2022, which is currently under consideration on the administrative side of the high court. The petitioner states that the court has recorded his statement and evidence in the earlier complaint, though the final outcome of the administrative inquiry remains unknown.
The case brings to light serious accusations against a judicial officer, prompting legal scrutiny and investigation by relevant authorities. The proceedings will shed light on the veracity of the claims and determine the course of action against the accused judge.
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