19 July 2024

Lucknow, July 2024: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has taken significant action against Rampal Singh, the former Vice Chancellor of Chaudhary Charan Singh University (CCSU), Meerut, by provisionally attaching assets valued at Rs. 3.21 Crore. This move comes under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002.

The ED’s investigation was launched based on a First Information Report (FIR) filed by the Uttar Pradesh Vigilance Department. The FIR accuses Dr. Singh of a range of irregularities committed during his tenure from 2003 to 2005. According to the Vigilance Department's report, Dr. Singh was found guilty of misconduct in the conduct of the Combined Pre-Medical Test (CPMT) 2004, improper appointments of daily wage workers, and violations in the process of granting college affiliations.

The ED's probe revealed that Dr. Singh, along with other senior CCSU officials, was involved in illegal activities that caused a financial loss of approximately Rs. 3.64 Crore to the government. The assets attached include institutional land located in Badayun and a two-storey residential building in Bareilly, both of which were acquired during and shortly after the alleged period of corruption.

The provisional attachment of these properties reflects the ED’s commitment to recovering the proceeds of crime and ensuring accountability for financial misconduct. Dr. Singh now faces legal proceedings under the PMLA, which seeks to address and rectify instances of money laundering and financial corruption.

Under the PMLA, the ED has the authority to provisionally attach properties suspected to be involved in money laundering activities. This action is a precursor to further judicial proceedings aimed at recovering illicit gains and ensuring justice.

As the case progresses, Dr. Singh will have the opportunity to challenge the charges and the asset attachments in court. The ED will continue its efforts to bring the responsible parties to justice and recover the financial losses incurred by the government.

The Enforcement Directorate is a premier law enforcement agency responsible for investigating financial crimes and enforcing the Prevention of Money Laundering Act. Its mission is to combat money laundering and ensure that those who exploit public positions for personal gain are held accountable.