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Brinks Report > Blog > People > ED Moves to Seize Gandhis’ Rs 700cr Assets: Is This the Beginning of the End for Congress?
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ED Moves to Seize Gandhis’ Rs 700cr Assets: Is This the Beginning of the End for Congress?

Dolon Mondal
Last updated: April 12, 2025 4:33 pm
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In a dramatic development that has stirred Indian politics, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has seized Gandhi’s assets worth ₹700 crore in connection with the National Herald case. The assets are linked to Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi, making this one of the most high-profile asset seizures in recent years.

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What Is the National Herald Case All About?ED’s Investigation: Why Were the Gandhi Assets Seized?What Does Asset Seizure Mean?Political and Legal ImplicationsWhat Happens Next?

This move adds fresh momentum to a case that has been under investigation for over a decade and raises serious questions about the political and legal future of the Gandhis.

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What Is the National Herald Case All About?

To understand why the ED seized Gandhi’s assets, we need to go back to the roots of the National Herald case.

The National Herald newspaper, originally started in 1938 by Jawaharlal Nehru, was published by Associated Journals Limited (AJL). Over time, AJL ran into financial trouble. In 2010, the Congress party gave AJL an interest-free loan of ₹90.25 crore.

Later, a company called Young Indian Pvt. Ltd., in which Sonia and Rahul Gandhi hold a majority stake, acquired AJL for just ₹50 lakh. Critics, particularly from the BJP, allege that this was done to take control of AJL’s prime real estate across India. The Congress leadership maintains that this was a lawful step to revive a legacy publication.

ED’s Investigation: Why Were the Gandhi Assets Seized?

The ED launched a probe into possible money laundering connected to the case. After years of investigation, the agency now claims that assets worth ₹700 crore were illegally acquired by AJL and Young Indian.

As a result, the ED has started the process of seizing these properties, which include real estate in major cities.

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What Does Asset Seizure Mean?

When the ED seizes assets, the ownership doesn’t pass to the government immediately. But the actual control of the property is restricted, meaning the owners can’t sell, rent, or use it for financial gain.

If the ED can prove the assets were obtained illegally, it can later request a court to allow permanent confiscation.

Political and Legal Implications

This seizure could have far-reaching implications, not just for the Gandhis but for Indian politics as a whole.

Political Fallout

The BJP is likely to use this as a political weapon against the Congress party. Meanwhile, Congress leaders argue this is political vendetta aimed at tarnishing the party’s image.

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Legal Battle

The Gandhis are expected to challenge the ED’s action in court. This could result in a prolonged legal fight, which may drag on for years.

Impact on Congress

The Congress party has already been struggling. With this controversy, calls for a change in leadership may grow louder, weakening the party’s base ahead of elections.

Public Perception

This case, and the fact that ED seizes Gandhi assets, could hurt public trust in the Congress, especially among undecided voters.

What Happens Next?

This is just one step in a long legal process. The ED must now prove in court that the assets were acquired through unlawful means. The Gandhis are preparing a strong defense, and the battle is likely to be closely watched across the nation.

Regardless of the final outcome, this case is shaping up to be a turning point for Indian politics.

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