The Supreme Court has appreciated the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) for its efforts in restoring the properties attached in a money-laundering case to protect innocent homebuyers who had fallen victim to a real estate fraud.

A Bench comprising Justice Sanjay Kumar and Justice Alok Aradhe noted that the agency's initiative ensured the protection of innocent investors. “ We record our appreciation for the efforts made by the Directorate of Enforcement in restoring the attached assets so as to protect the rights of genuine and innocent homebuyers,” the Court observed.

The case related to the Royal Rajvilas housing project in Udaipur, Rajasthan, which is under a Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process. A case under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) was also initiated, and s

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