Punjab Industry Minister Sanjeev Arora was arrested on Saturday by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with an alleged money laundering case. The arrest followed a raid conducted at Arora’s official residence in Chandigarh in the early hours of the morning. He was taken into custody under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act.

The investigation by the ED reportedly centers on financial irregularities linked to Arora, although specific details about the alleged laundering activities have yet to be disclosed. This development marks a significant turn in the probe, as Arora holds a key ministerial position in Punjab’s government.

The political implications of the arrest have already surfaced, with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) accusing the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of targeting their party over the issue. Both parties have remained active in responding to the allegations amid a growing political tussle in the state.

Further details on the case are expected to emerge as the investigation progresses, with authorities yet to provide a comprehensive statement regarding the scope and evidence of the alleged money laundering activities linked to Sanjeev Arora.