The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday arrested Chaitanya Baghel, son of former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister and senior Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel, in connection with a money laundering investigation tied to an alleged liquor scam.
The arrest took place on Chaitanya Baghel’s birthday, adding a personal twist to the unfolding political saga. ED officials confirmed that the action followed fresh evidence uncovered during searches conducted earlier in the day by central agencies.
Sources within the ED revealed that the probe is part of a larger crackdown on illicit financial networks linked to liquor distribution and licensing irregularities in the state. The agency has been investigating multiple leads suggesting political collusion and large-scale financial misconduct.
This arrest marks a significant escalation in the case, which has already drawn national attention due to its political implications. The ED has not ruled out further arrests as investigations continue.
The Congress party has yet to issue an official statement, while political observers anticipate a heated response given the timing and high-profile nature of the arrest.
As the case unfolds, it is expected to have ripple effects across Chhattisgarh’s political landscape, especially with upcoming elections on the horizon.
