Today, 15th April, The Delhi High Court asked the Enforcement Directorate to provide evidence supporting Tahir Hussain’s plea to dismiss the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) case related to the 2020 riots. The court reviewing the maintainability of the plea and scheduled the hearing for September. Hussain’s lawyer will also be allowed to file a response.
The Delhi Court denied Tahir Hussain’s bail request, citing substantial grounds under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967. The court found prima facie evidence of his involvement in funding and orchestrating the 2020 Delhi riots. Witness statements and financial evidence supported the decision, emphasizing the gravity of the allegations. The ruling underscores the strict scrutiny of UAPA cases.
