Delhi Police have arrested two individuals in connection with a multi-crore land fraud case linked to the founder of Al-Falah University. The case involves the alleged use of forged documents in the names of deceased landowners to fraudulently transfer property in southeast Delhi, highlighting serious lapses in land transaction verification systems.
Forged Documents Of Deceased Owners Used
According to investigators, the accused allegedly used forged General Power of Attorney (GPA) documents in the names of five deceased landowners to facilitate the illegal transfer of land located in Madanpur Khadar, southeast Delhi.
The forged documents were reportedly used to execute property transactions despite the original owners having died years earlier, indicating deliberate fabrication of legal records to enable the fraud.
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Link To Al-Falah Founder Under Probe
Police sources stated that the arrested individuals were allegedly acting in connivance with the university’s founder, Jawad Ahmad Siddiqui, who is already under investigation in multiple financial and land-related cases.
The case has surfaced as part of a broader probe into the financial dealings of entities linked to the founder, with enforcement agencies examining patterns of land acquisition through questionable documentation.
ED Probe Flags Forged GPA In Land Transfer
Sources indicated that the Enforcement Directorate (ED), during its investigation into financial records linked to the group, found that forged GPA documents were used to transfer approximately 1.15 acres of land in southeast Delhi.
Such fraudulent transfers typically involve creating fake authorisations in the names of original landowners, allowing third parties to sell or transfer property without legitimate consent.
Wider Pattern Of Land Fraud Under Scrutiny
The case adds to a series of investigations involving alleged land fraud linked to the same network. Earlier probes have also pointed to the use of forged documentation and undervalued transactions to acquire high-value land parcels.
Authorities are now examining whether similar methods were used in other property deals, with the possibility of additional arrests as the investigation progresses.
The incident highlights vulnerabilities in land registration and verification processes, particularly in cases involving legacy ownership records and deceased individuals.
About the author – Ayesha Aayat is a law student and contributor covering cybercrime, online frauds, and digital safety concerns. Her writing aims to raise awareness about evolving cyber threats and legal responses.
