In a major breakthrough for the Vigilance Bureau, Jalandhar Central MLA Raman Arora's in-law Raju Madaan on Wednesday was nabbed at the Mumbai Airport. As per the information received, Raju Madaan was trying to flee to board a flight to Dubai at the Mumbai Airport. As per sources, Raju Madaan was trying to go to Dubai along with his family when he was intercepted at the Airport. Raman Arora's daughter is married to Raju Madaan's son.
On Monday, Vigilance Bureau (VB) took Jalandhar Central MLA Raman Arora along with them and raided his in-law (Samdhi) Raju Madaan's house. As per sources, two individuals, namely, Mahesh Makhija and Raju Madaan, closely linked to Raman Arora, went into hiding after the Jalandhar Central MLA was arrested. Although their names have not yet been officially added to the FIR, sources confirm that both are being actively searched by vigilance teams due to their close personal ties to Arora.
Vigilance teams have been actively collecting evidence in the case against MLA Raman Arora, and the arrest of his close relatives suggests a broader investigation into his network and financial dealings. As per initial information, Raju Madaan was hiding in Surat, Gujarat, where his relatives operate a textile business. Their family joined them there soon after, indicating a premeditated plan to evade authorities.
On Tuesday, the family attempted to fly to Dubai, where a known bookie was allegedly prepared to shelter them at his private residence. The bookie is said to have had close relations with Raman Arora and Raju Madaan for a long time. This relationship is now on the radar of the investigating agencies, and it is suspected that many transactions were done through Raju Madaan with the bookie.
The Vigilance Bureau apprehended Raju Madan, his family, and three associates at the airport and is currently transporting them to Jalandhar. They were expected to undergo medical examination at a civil hospital late Tuesday night. While the vigilance team has remained tight-lipped about the operation, sources suggest high-level officials are now overseeing the matter.