Three alleged members of the banned Popular Front of India (PFI) have been arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on money-laundering charges. The arrested individuals, identified as Abdul Khader Puttur, Anshad Baddrudin, and Firoz K, were working as physical trainers for the PFI.
According to official sources, the accused were arrested under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). They were accused of "imparting" weapons training to the PFI cadre and receiving substantial funds from the proscribed organization for this purpose.
The arrested individuals were produced before a special court, and the ED is pursuing legal action against them.
The PFI was banned by the Centre in September 2022 under the provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) due to its alleged involvement in terror activities.
