ED Cracks Down on Amtek Group in Bank Fraud Case with Multi-City Raids
The Enforcement Directorate conducts searches at 35 locations in Delhi-NCR and Maharashtra in connection with a bank fraud case involving the Amtek Group.
Bank FraudEnforcement DirectorateAmtek GroupMoney LaunderingFema ViolationsReal Estate MaharashtraJun 20, 2024
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Amtek Group, an Indian conglomerate, has been embroiled in a bank fraud case, with allegations of siphoning off funds meant for business purposes. The ED, responsible for investigating financial crimes, has been probing the group's dealings and has finally taken action.
The searches, which began on June 20, are being carried out at multiple locations, including offices and residences of top executives of the Amtek Group. The Enforcement Directorate is investigating allegations of money laundering and FEMA (Foreign Exchange Management Act) violations.
The ED has been investigating the group's financial transactions and has reportedly found discrepancies in their accounts. The agency is suspected to have seized documents and records related to the group's financial dealings during the searches.
The Amtek Group, which has interests in manufacturing, auto components, and infrastructure, has been facing financial difficulties in recent years. The group's debt has been mounting, and there have been reports of default on loan payments.
The ED's action comes on the heels of a similar investigation launched by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) into the group's dealings. The CBI had registered a case against the Amtek Group in 2019, alleging that it had cheated a consortium of banks to the tune of Rs 12,000 crore.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is a law enforcement agency responsible for investigating financial crimes, including money laundering, foreign exchange violations, and terrorist financing. The agency is headquartered in New Delhi and operates under the Ministry of Finance, Government of India.
The Amtek Group is an Indian conglomerate with interests in manufacturing, auto components, and infrastructure. The group has been facing financial difficulties in recent years and has been under scrutiny for alleged financial irregularities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Enforcement Directorate?
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is a law enforcement agency responsible for investigating financial crimes, including money laundering, foreign exchange violations, and terrorist financing.
What is the Amtek Group?
The Amtek Group is an Indian conglomerate with interests in manufacturing, auto components, and infrastructure.
What is the allegations against the Amtek Group?
The Amtek Group is accused of siphoning off funds meant for business purposes and defaulting on loan payments, leading to a bank fraud case.
How many locations were raided by the ED?
The ED conducted searches at 35 locations in Delhi-NCR and Maharashtra.
What is the estimated amount of the bank fraud case?
The CBI has alleged that the Amtek Group cheated a consortium of banks to the tune of Rs 12,000 crore.
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