The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has issued a lookout circular against Anil Ambani in connection with an alleged ₹3,000 crore loan fraud case. This action restricts him from leaving India without prior permission from the investigating officer. The ED had earlier summoned Ambani to appear for questioning on August 5 at their Delhi headquarters in connection with a money laundering case linked to the alleged loan fraud against his group companies. He is expected to have his statement recorded under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). Several executives from his group companies have also been summoned.

This development follows searches conducted by the ED on July 24, which spanned three days and covered 35 premises of 50 companies and 25 individuals. The lookout notice and travel restrictions are part of an intensifying investigation into the alleged financial irregularities. The ED's actions are reportedly linked to a suspected loan fraud and money laundering case involving approximately ₹17,000 crore.

The Times of India reports that the ED is actively investigating the case and has summoned Ambani for questioning. Republic TV first revealed that the case involves approximately ₹17,000 crore. NDTV also reported the lookout notice issued against Anil Ambani. Gulf News reports that the move aims to prevent Ambani from leaving the country as investigations intensify.