A Delhi court has granted two weeks of interim bail to Al-Falah Group chairman Jawed Siddiqui in a money-laundering case, allowing him to take care of his wife who is currently battling stage-4 ovarian cancer. The court took note of her ongoing chemotherapy treatment and the need for immediate family support during this critical time.
Additional Sessions Judge Sheetal Chaudhary Pradhan granted the temporary relief after reviewing the medical documents submitted before the court. The judge observed that Siddiqui’s wife is undergoing chemotherapy at a hospital in Delhi and that the documents provided by the defence were not disputed by the Enforcement Directorate (ED).
The court said that after considering the facts and circumstances of the case, Siddiqui deserves interim bail since his wife is unwell and requires care and support during treatment. The judge also highlighted the emotional and practical challenges faced by the family.
Another important factor that influenced the decision was the absence of close family members who could assist the patient. The court noted that the couple’s three children are currently studying in the United Arab Emirates and are unable to travel to India at the moment. As a result, Siddiqui’s wife does not have immediate family support nearby, making her husband’s presence essential during her medical treatment.
While granting interim bail, the court imposed several conditions to ensure that Siddiqui does not interfere with the investigation or misuse the relief granted to him. He has been directed not to leave the Delhi-NCR region without prior permission from the court. He must keep his mobile phone active at all times and surrender his passport. The court has also instructed him not to contact witnesses or complainants connected with the case during the bail period. Siddiqui was granted bail after furnishing a personal bond and surety of ₹1 lakh each.
The Enforcement Directorate had opposed the bail plea, arguing that Siddiqui is facing serious charges and that his release could potentially affect the investigation. However, the court pointed out that the accused has cooperated with investigators so far and has not attempted to flee since the case began. The judge stated that the concerns raised by the agency could be addressed through the conditions imposed along with the interim bail.
Siddiqui was first arrested on November 18, 2025, by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with a money-laundering case linked to alleged cheating of students enrolled in institutions run by the Al-Falah Charitable Trust. The case stems from two FIRs filed by the Delhi Police Crime Branch.
According to investigators, Al-Falah University allegedly misled students and their parents by falsely projecting that it had recognition from the University Grants Commission (UGC) and accreditation from the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). Authorities claim these representations were used to attract admissions.
The ED further alleges that the university generated around ₹415.1 crore between 2018 and 2025. Investigators claim that a portion of the funds collected from students was diverted for personal use, forming the basis of the money-laundering charges.
Siddiqui was also arrested earlier on February 5 in a related case involving allegations of forgery linked to irregularities in the functioning of a private university.
The university has additionally faced scrutiny in a separate “white-collar terror” investigation. In that case, two doctors associated with the institution were arrested by authorities. Another doctor linked to the university hospital, Umar-un-Nabi, was identified by investigators as the suicide bomber in the November 10 blast outside Delhi’s Red Fort that killed 15 people.
The interim bail granted by the court will remain valid for two weeks, during which Siddiqui is expected to remain in Delhi-NCR and comply with all conditions set by the court while supporting his wife during her medical treatment.