Renowned as Siddhart Yadav in the digital realm, Elvish Yadav is currently under investigation by the Enforcement Directorate (ED). The central agency has leveled accusations of money laundering against the popular YouTuber and winner of Bigg Boss OTT2, particularly concerning an incident involving the presence of snake venom at a rave party he hosted.
This development unfolds after a 1200-page chargesheet filed by the UP police against Elvish and seven associates last month. The origins of this legal entanglement trace back to an FIR lodged on November 3 in Noida’s Sector 3 police station, where Elvish, alongside five others identified as snake charmers, faced charges. During the course of the investigation, nine snakes, including five cobras, and a vial containing 20 ml of suspected snake venom were confiscated.
The #EnforcementDirectorate has filed a money laundering case against YouTuber Siddharth Yadav alias #ElvishYadav and some others under the charge of suspected use of snake venom as a recreational drug in parties he hosted, official sources saidhttps://t.co/T0lv6RJd2O
— The Hindu (@the_hindu) May 4, 2024
Based on the FIR lodged by Noida Police, ED has filed an Enforcement Case Information Report (ECIR) against You Tuber Elvish Yadav. This case has been registered by the ED Lucknow zonal office: Sources
Noida Police had registered a case against Elvish Yadav and others for…
— ANI (@ANI) May 4, 2024
Although initially detained, all accused parties were subsequently released in the same month. Notably, Elvish had a prior encounter with the law when he was apprehended by Noida police on March 17 in connection with the aforementioned case, only to be released shortly thereafter. He was reportedly charged under multiple sections of the Wildlife Protection Act, the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, and the Indian Penal Code (IPC).
STORY | ED files money laundering case against YouTuber Elvish Yadav, others
READ: https://t.co/w2anOxYgeV pic.twitter.com/Hjc1VoPKVx
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) May 4, 2024
Meanwhile, the ED has initiated proceedings under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), focusing on alleged financial transactions linked to the supply of snake venom across various venues such as clubs, resorts, upscale hotels, and farmhouses in Delhi.
ED has registered a case against Elvish yadav for money laundering.
It’s very tough to get bail once jailed by ED.
Govt is after elvish yadav just because he belongs to backward caste and a strong contender for CM of haryana in 2025 elections. pic.twitter.com/ZgSt771YXR
— Dr Nimo Yadav Commentary (@niiravmodi) May 4, 2024
ED has registered a case of money laundering against Elvish Yadav.
He should be very happy that he finally got an official invite to join the BJP.
— Narundar (@NarundarM) May 4, 2024
Amidst these developments, social media platforms are abuzz with a plethora of memes on Elvish.
Many users are humorously speculating whether this is the BJP’s way of ‘washing off’ any unwanted elements, attributing political connotations to Elvish’s situation, particularly given his significant influence in Haryana. There’s also curiosity regarding whether he might align himself with the BJP, especially considering the ongoing Lok Sabha elections of 2024
— Tapan Sharma (@Tapan_909) May 4, 2024
Elvish Yadav be like: pic.twitter.com/x2F6at0bnG
— Anasakt (@anaasakt_) May 4, 2024
मोदी किसी का सगा नहींpic.twitter.com/GEkC6w1rDx
— Nagrik 🇮🇳 – INDIA Jeetega 🇮🇳 (@indian_nagrik) May 4, 2024
When ED interrogates Elvish yadav pic.twitter.com/cfNVLyb1NS
— 💙 (@Alreadysad__) May 4, 2024
Ab to bjp party join krwa ke hi manegi 😭
— VISHAL YADAV🚩 (@mee____Vishal) May 4, 2024
ED has registered a case of money laundering against Elvish Yadav, preparations are being made to send summons for questioning soon.
Finally this farzi Honda sher is getting what he deserves. You cannot fool people for long time by playing religion card. pic.twitter.com/8HQSNYnIZJ
— Mr Sinha (Modi's family) Commentary (@Mr_Chhinra) May 4, 2024
ED has registered a case of money laundering against Elvish Yadav..
Him after winning Big Boss :#ElvishYadav pic.twitter.com/D2vhE2qguH
— UmdarTamker (@UmdarTamker) May 4, 2024
ED has registered a case of money laundering against Elvish Yadav,#ElvishYadav pic.twitter.com/eOfxqE41fG
— Rajasthani Tau Ji (@Rajasthanii_Tau) May 4, 2024
Finally he got official invitation for the sanskari party
— मलिक मुसाइद Malik Musaaid ملک مساعد (@malikmusahidafq) May 4, 2024
Ab bjp apni party join krwa ke hi rhegi 🤲😭
— VISHAL YADAV🚩 (@mee____Vishal) May 4, 2024