Javad Ahmad Siddiqui, chairman of Al Falah University, was arrested by Delhi Police on Monday. The arrest follows two First Information Reports (FIRs). These FIRs were filed based on a complaint from the University Grants Commission (UGC). The action is linked to alleged irregularities and forgery at the private university.
University Arrest After Complaint
Delhi Police’s Crime Branch made the arrest. The complaint came after a blast near the Red Fort. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) had also initiated proceedings in the matter.
The cases involve alleged discrepancies in the university’s operations. Details surrounding the specific allegations remain under investigation.
Legal Proceedings Underway
Siddiqui appeared before a local court. The court granted police four days of custody. This allows for further questioning and investigation into the allegations.
Officials stated that more details are expected as the investigation progresses. The UGC’s complaint triggered the current police action. The ED’s involvement indicates potential financial or procedural violations being examined.
The arrest highlights scrutiny on private university functioning. Students and the wider educational community await further clarity on the case’s developments.