New Delhi: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached immovable properties worth Rs 6.34 lakh belonging to Raju Khan in connection with a terror financing case linked to the Students’ Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) and the Indian Mujahideen (IM).
The case originated from an FIR filed by Khamtarai Police Station in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, against Dheeraj Sao and others under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. Investigators alleged that funds were being deposited into Indian bank accounts on instructions from one “Khalid” based in Pakistan. These funds were then transferred to individuals identified as members of SIMI and IM, including Zubair Hussain, Aysha Banu, and Raju Khan.
According to the ED, Dheeraj Sao, also known as Dheeraj Kumar, managed multiple bank accounts to channel cash deposits from different sources. The funds were moved to other members through direct transfers or multiple layers of accounts.
Khan was identified as a key link in the network. He received cash deposits, withdrew them immediately, and handed over the money as directed by Khalid and Sao. Analysis of his bank accounts showed deposits totaling Rs 48.8 lakh, of which Rs 42.4 lakh was transferred to individuals linked to SIMI and IM. Khan retained about 13 percent as commission, amounting to Rs 6.34 lakh.
So far, properties worth Rs 9.15 lakh, including movable and immovable assets, have been provisionally attached. The ED confirmed that the investigation is continuing, with further action expected.
