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ED Charges Sonia, Rahul Gandhi in Rs 2,000 Crore Scandal

4/17/2025

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The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has leveled serious money laundering charges against Congress leaders Sonia and Rahul Gandhi, claiming they illicitly secured assets valued at Rs 2,000 crore for a mere Rs 50 lakh in the National Herald case. This explosive development, stemming from a 2012 complaint by BJP leader Subramanian Swamy, is heightening political tensions as elections loom. A pivotal hearing is scheduled for April 25, 2025.

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The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has leveled serious money laundering charges against Congress leaders Sonia and Rahul Gandhi, claiming they illicitly secured assets valued at Rs 2,000 crore for a mere Rs 50 lakh in the National Herald case. This explosive development, stemming from a 2012 complaint by BJP leader Subramanian Swamy, is heightening political tensions as elections loom. A pivotal hearing is scheduled for April 25, 2025.