Gujarat Polls Rocked by Alleged Hawala Scandal Involving AAP Candidate
Gujarat police are investigating alleged hawala transactions linked to AAP candidate Ajay Vastani and two party workers in Godhra. The trio is accused of transferring over Rs 50 lakh through illegal channels, reportedly to influence local election outcomes. The inquiry reflects mounting pressure amid imminent local elections.
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Authorities in Panchmahal district, Gujarat, have initiated an investigation into purported hawala transactions involving an Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) candidate and two associates in Godhra.
The suspects allegedly moved over Rs 50 lakh through hawala channels to sway voters ahead of the fast-approaching local elections, the police claimed.
The probe follows intel pointing to Ajay Vastani, AAP's candidate in Godhra, with the funds reportedly managed via 'angadia' firms. Scrutiny focuses on illegal financial dealings intending to impact upcoming polls.
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