Calcutta HC Allowed ED to Attach Properties Due to Suspected Proceeds of Crime

Ham Sabhi Welfare Society & Ors Vs Union of India & Ors (Calcutta High Court) In Ham Sabhi Welfare Society & Ors Vs Union of India & Ors, the Calcutta High Court examined an application under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PMLA) arising out of alleged large-scale financial irregularities involving the Prayag Group of Companies. The matter concerned alleged acceptance of repayable deposits in violation of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 and other laws, resulting in substantial losses to depositors. The Enforcement Directorate (ED), appearing as respondent no. 7,...