The Enforcement Directorate celebrated its 70th foundation day by announcing a significant increase in the recovery of proceeds of crime, surpassing Rs 32,678 crore in 2025-26. Founded on May 1, 1956, the agency emphasized that its intensified enforcement actions led to the retrieval of laundered funds, bolstering the country’s economic foundation.
In a statement commemorating the ED Day, the agency reiterated its commitment to upholding integrity in India’s economy, stating that enforcement goes beyond a legal obligation. By reclaiming over Rs 32,678 crore, the Enforcement Directorate ensures that diverted assets are restored to the public and the national economy, with a continued focus on financial integrity for a robust economic future.
Regarding cybercrime, the ED disclosed that by February 28, 2026, it had initiated investigations into approximately 257 cybercrime cases under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PMLA), uncovering Proceeds of Crime (PoC) valued at Rs 35,925.58 crore.
The Enforcement Directorate highlighted the existence of a structured information-sharing mechanism between itself and other Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs) through designated Nodal Officers. This framework facilitates the exchange of data, particularly on cybercrime-related issues, with the Directorate also collaborating with other agencies under the PMLA’s section 66(2) when violations are detected during investigations.
Utilizing platforms like SAHYOG, Samanvaya, and the Cyber Police Portal managed by the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), the ED underscores its efforts in combating cybercrimes. Additionally, the Directorate leverages the Interoperable Criminal Justice System (ICJS) portal to access FIRs filed by various State Police departments concerning Cybercrimes.
