Journalist Mahesh Langa Arrested in Money Laundering Investigation

The Gujarat-based reporter faces allegations of financial fraud, extortion, and involvement in a GST scam, according to the Enforcement Directorate.

Mahesh Langa, a journalist for The Hindu in Gujarat, was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on charges of money laundering and financial fraud.
The case is based on two First Information Reports (FIRs) filed by Ahmedabad Police alleging fraud, criminal breach of trust, and cheating that caused financial losses to multiple individuals.
The ED's investigation claims Langa engaged in fraudulent financial transactions, extorted money, and misused his media influence for personal gain.
Authorities also allege Langa's involvement in a GST Input Tax Credit scam, with attempts to obscure the origins and purposes of funds under scrutiny.
Langa's lawyer has denied all allegations, and he is currently in ED custody until February 28 as investigations continue.