New Delhi: In a recent move, the Central Government has appointed six special public prosecutors to handle cases on behalf of the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002, in Gujarat. The appointments, made under the powers conferred by Section 46(1) of the Act, will ensure the prosecution of money laundering cases before the special courts.

In a Gazette notification dated December 6th, the Centre stated that in Gujarat, counsels Vijay Sheth, Amit Nair, and Sanjay Thakker have been appointed, with tenures valid until July 3, 2025. Meanwhile, advocates Sudhir K. Gupta, Rajesh K. Kanani, and Nayan Sukhadwala have been appointed with longer tenures, valid until March 14, 2027.

The appointed advocates will represent the ED in various zones and sub-zones as outlined in the official notice. Their tenures and jurisdictions are specified, with each prosecutor assigned to handle cases within their designated areas. This decision aims to strengthen the enforcement of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act and expedite legal proceedings in Gujarat. DeshGujarat