Tracing the Trail from Azamgarh to the UK: Investigations Deepen in Shamsul Huda Khan Case
UP ATS FIR Sparks Investigation into Foreign Funding and Alleged Radical Links
Mumbai, Dec 26 : The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has registered a case under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) against Islamic preacher Maulana Shamsul Huda Khan, currently residing in the United Kingdom. The probe follows a First Information Report (FIR) filed by the Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), focusing on alleged foreign funding and radical links.
Officials said the ED is examining suspected illicit financial flows linked to Khan. He is accused of preaching radical ideology and channeling funds illegally under the guise of religious education. Hailing from Azamgarh, Khan allegedly routed money to several madrasas via his NGO, the Raja Foundation, and personal bank accounts.
Authorities have confirmed that Khan established two madrasas in Azamgarh and Sant Kabir Nagar, both of which were later deregistered. Investigators are also scrutinising his overseas connections, including ties with UK-based radical organisations. His travel history to Pakistan has prompted further examination of potential links with extremist groups, with authorities noting possible associations with the Pakistani radical organisation Dawat-e-Islami.
At present, the ED is mapping the entire network of funding, foreign linkages, and assets connected to Khan, aiming to uncover the full scope of the alleged money laundering activities.
