How did the CBI's arrest of Dheeraj Wadhawan relate to the ₹34,000-crore bank fraud in the DHFL scam

Explore the connection between the CBI's actions and the financial scandal involving DHFL.
  • The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arrested Dheeraj Wadhawan, a key figure in Dewan Housing Finance Limited (DHFL) scam, in connection with a ₹34,000-crore bank fraud.
  • DHFL was involved in a massive financial scandal where it availed loans using fake documents and manipulated the books to siphon off funds.
  • The CBI's action in arresting Wadhawan was part of the investigation into the fraudulent activities of DHFL and its promoters.
  • Wadhawan's arrest indicated the authorities' crackdown on individuals responsible for the financial irregularities that led to a huge loss for banks and investors.
  • This arrest marked a significant development in holding accountable those involved in perpetrating financial frauds like those seen in the DHFL scam.
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