In a significant development, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted raids at Lovely Professional University (LPU) on Wednesday as part of an investigation into alleged financial irregularities linked to Ashok Mittal, who is also the founder of the university. The action is part of an ongoing probe into suspected money laundering and financial misconduct involving politically connected individuals and institutions.

The development comes amid recent political shifts within the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), where Mittal has taken on a more prominent role in the Rajya Sabha. His rise follows internal developments involving Raghav Chadha, who has raised concerns over party decisions and hinted at broader political differences. These developments have added a political dimension to the ongoing investigation, drawing increased public attention.

The ED’s action is part of a wider crackdown on alleged financial crimes, with recent probes extending across multiple regions and sectors. Investigations linked to cases such as the Bengal coal smuggling matter and firms like Indian Political Action Committee (I-PAC) highlight the agency’s focus on uncovering complex financial networks. The latest raids at LPU signal an expansion of these efforts, with authorities continuing to examine financial links and transactions across institutions.