Sanjeev Arora-linked GST fraud case: ED raids continue in Jalandhar for second straight day

Enforcement Directorate raids continue for a second consecutive day in Jalandhar, targeting two premises linked to the alleged GST fraud case involving Sanjeev Arora and his company Hampton Sky Realty Ltd. The federal agency conducted searches at residential and commercial sites in the city on Tuesday, expanding a crackdown that began earlier in the week. In total, the ED has so far searched six locations in Ludhiana and Jalandhar, as well as Bareilly and Noida in Uttar Pradesh, focusing on properties and offices connected to the investigation.

The case stems from accusations that Hampton Sky Realty Ltd allegedly manipulated GST filings to siphon tax revenue, a matter that has drawn scrutiny from the ED and the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs. Sanjeev Arora, a businessman with ties to the firm, is named in the probe as a key figure. Authorities have not disclosed the exact nature of the evidence being gathered, but the operation signals a sustained effort to trace the flow of funds and recover evaded taxes.

Previous searches in Ludhiana and Jalandhar, as well as in the northern Uttar Pradesh towns of Bareilly and Noida, indicate a coordinated effort to examine financial records across state borders. The ED’s ongoing actions reflect a broader mandate to address tax evasion and money‑laundering concerns that have surfaced in the real estate sector in recent years.

While no arrests have been reported so far, officials have indicated that the searches are part of a larger inquiry that may lead to further actions, including asset attachment or formal charges. Coordination with state tax authorities remains a priority, ensuring that the investigation aligns with ongoing GST audits and compliance checks.

Source: Hindustan Times