Al-Falah University Chairman Jawed Siddiqui received two weeks of interim bail from a Delhi court on Saturday. The court granted this relief to allow Siddiqui to care for his wife. She is undergoing treatment for stage 4 ovarian cancer. Judge Sheetal Chaudhary Pradhan noted her chemotherapy treatments. The court stated this required his support.
Siddiqui’s wife is receiving care at a Delhi hospital. Medical documents were submitted. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) did not dispute these. The couple’s three children live and study in the UAE. They cannot travel to India. This leaves the wife without immediate family support.
The court order stated, “The wife of accused/applicant requires care and support, cannot be ignored.” It acknowledged she lacks family or children nearby. Only her husband, Siddiqui, can provide this necessary support.
Money Laundering Case Details
Jawed Siddiqui was arrested on November 18, 2025 . The ED filed the case. It falls under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). The charges are linked to alleged student cheating. This involved institutions run by the Al Falah Charitable Trust.
Siddiqui obtained interim bail for two weeks. He must furnish a personal bond and surety of Rs 1 lakh each. The court imposed conditions on his release. He cannot leave Delhi-NCR without permission. He must keep his mobile active. His passport must be surrendered. He cannot contact witnesses or the complainant.
The ED opposed the bail plea. They argued Siddiqui faced serious charges. They feared he could influence the investigation. However, the court noted Siddiqui has cooperated with the investigation. He has not attempted to flee. The court stated conditions could address further concerns.
University Accusations
The ED arrested Siddiqui on February 5 . The charges involve forgery. These are linked to alleged irregularities at a private university. He appeared in court Friday after 14 days of judicial custody. This custody began on January 31 .
The ED’s money laundering probe stems from Delhi Police FIRs. These allege Al Falah University made false claims. The university allegedly projected incorrect NAAC accreditation and UGC recognition. This misled students and parents. The ED estimates the university generated Rs 415.10 crore between 2018 and 2025. Funds collected from students were reportedly diverted for personal use.
The university also faced scrutiny in a separate probe. This was termed a ‘white-collar terror’ investigation. Two doctors linked to the university were arrested. Another doctor, Umar-un-Nabi, associated with its hospital, was identified. He was a suicide bomber in the November 10 blast near the Red Fort. This blast killed 15 people.