Money laundering case: CBI registers preliminary enquiry against Delhi health minister Satyendra Jain

Tightening the noose around Delhi Health Minister Satyendra Jain in connection with money laundering case, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has registered a preliminary enquiry against him.

It is alleged that Jain was involved in money laundering to the tune of Rs 4.63 crore while being a public servant during 2015-16 through Prayas Info Solutions private limited, Akinchand developers private limited and Managalyatan projects private limited.

The allegations against Jain also include purported money laundering to the tune of Rs 11.78 crore during 2010-12 through these companies and Indometal Impex pvt limited.

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The matter was referred to the CBI by Income Tax Department against the new Benami Transactions Prohibitions Act.