Faridabad’s Al-Falah University finds itself embroiled in fresh controversy as its Chairman, Javed Ahmad Siddiqui, was taken into custody by Delhi Police’s Crime Branch. The court has approved a four-day police remand following his arrest, signaling a deepening probe into alleged irregularities at the prestigious institution.
Sources indicate two FIRs are at the heart of the investigation, encompassing grave accusations that warrant thorough examination. During remand, interrogators plan to scrutinize Siddiqui’s role in university management, fiscal operations, and other facets that may tie into the charges. This phase is crucial, with expectations high for disclosures that could expose systemic issues.
The university’s history of troubles dates back to revelations by counter-terrorism units about a network involving its medical staff. Notably, one doctor was implicated in the November 10, 2025, blast near Lal Qila. Compounding this, ED’s prior actions under PMLA targeted Siddiqui, attaching assets valued at nearly Rs 140 crore linked to the Al-Falah Charitable Trust and university entities.
According to ED, Siddiqui, in his capacities as Managing Trustee and Chancellor, wielded unchecked authority, using proxy figures while flouting NMC norms to secure medical college approvals deceptively. This included hiding vital information to bypass regulations. The current police action builds on these findings, highlighting persistent patterns of non-compliance and financial misconduct in higher education.
Stakeholders watch closely as this case could set precedents for oversight in minority-run institutions, emphasizing the need for transparency and ethical governance.
