Lagatar24 Desk
Ranchi: The special PMLA court has reserved its verdict on a plea filed by IAS officer Pooja Singhal seeking permission to travel abroad in connection with the MNREGA-linked money laundering case.
Hearing Concludes, Verdict Awaited
The court completed hearing arguments on the petition filed by Pooja Singhal, who cited personal reasons for seeking permission to travel overseas. After concluding proceedings, the court reserved its order. Meanwhile, a separate plea filed by her husband, Abhishek Jha, is scheduled for hearing on May 7.
ED Probe and Cash Seizure
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) had conducted raids at multiple locations linked to Singhal, her husband, and chartered accountant Suman Kumar Singh. During the operation, officials recovered ₹19.31 crore in cash from premises associated with the CA, marking a major development in the investigation.
Arrest and Bail Timeline
Singhal was arrested by the ED on May 11, 2022, under provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act. After spending around 28 months in custody, she was granted bail. The case continues to be under judicial scrutiny, with both Singhal and her husband named as accused in the charge sheet.
