Delhi High Court Rules ED Can Attach Appreciated Share Value Linked to Criminal Proceeds Under PMLA

Nov 04, 2025 01:07 am CST

The Delhi High Court has ruled that the Enforcement Directorate can attach any appreciation in share or asset value derived from criminal proceeds under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, even if the increase results from legitimate market forces. This landmark judgment, delivered by Justices Anil Kshetarpal and Harish Vaidyanathan Shankar, strengthens the ED's ability to trace and seize illicit wealth disguised as legitimate investments.