The Enforcement Directorate (ED) announced on December 26, 2025, that it has registered a money laundering case against Islamic preacher Maulana Shamsul Huda Khan, currently living in the United Kingdom. The case stems from a First Information Report (FIR) by the Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (UP ATS). Shamsul Huda Khan was appointed Assistant Teacher at a government-aided madrasa in 1984. He became a British citizen in 2013. However, it is alleged he continued to draw salary from 2013 to 2017 without being an Indian citizen or teaching, while living abroad. Over the past 20 years, he travelled to many countries and is said to have received large sums of money—crores of rupees—through 7 to 8 bank accounts in India. He has allegedly acquired more than 12 properties worth over ₹30 crore. The ED said, “Shamsul Huda Khan is accused of promoting radical ideology and engaging in illegal funding activities under the guise of religious education.” He is a native of Azamgarh and is believed to have funneled funds to madrasas via his NGO, Raja Foundation, and personal accounts. He established two madrasas in Azamgarh and Sant Kabir Nagar, but their registrations were later cancelled by authorities. His links with radical groups in the UK are under investigation. Further probing is underway into his alleged visits to Pakistan and contacts with extremist groups there. The ED noted, “He is believed to be a member of Pakistani radical organisation Dawat E Islami.” The agency is currently examining his funding sources, foreign ties, and assets related to this case.