New Delhi, February 5: In a significant development, Delhi Police have arrested Javed Ahmad Siddiqui, Chairman of Faridabad’s Al-Falah University, thrusting the institution back into the spotlight of investigative agencies. Presented before a court shortly after his detention, Siddiqui was granted four days of police remand to allow for intensive interrogation.
The Crime Branch of Delhi Police is spearheading the probe, with sources revealing that two separate FIRs have been registered in connection with serious allegations. Court approval for the remand stems from the need to delve deeper into these charges, focusing on the university’s administrative operations, financial transactions, and related activities. Investigators anticipate key revelations during this period that could unravel the core of the case.
This arrest revives memories of prior scrutiny faced by Al-Falah University. The institution has been under the lens since anti-terror agencies exposed a module involving its doctors, one of whom was allegedly linked to a car explosion near Red Fort on November 10, 2025. Adding to the troubles, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) had earlier filed a chargesheet under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) against Siddiqui and others associated with the Al-Falah Charitable Trust and the university.
ED investigations claim Siddiqui exercised absolute control over the trust, university—including the Al-Falah School of Medical Sciences and Research Center—and affiliated entities. As Managing Trustee and Chancellor, he allegedly manipulated approvals from the National Medical Commission (NMC) through falsified information and concealment of critical facts. Properties worth approximately Rs 139.97 crore, including 54 acres of land and constructions, stand attached as proceeds of crime.
The unfolding investigation underscores ongoing concerns about governance in educational institutions, particularly those with opaque financial dealings and regulatory violations. As police custody questioning proceeds, more details are expected to emerge, potentially leading to broader accountability measures.