The Enforcement Directorate (ED) launched raids on Monday at multiple locations linked to Chaitanya Baghel, the son of former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel, as part of its ongoing investigation into the state’s alleged liquor scam.
Chaitanya Baghel’s name surfaced during the ED’s probe of a money laundering case connected to the scam. According to sources, raids are currently being conducted at 14 locations across Chhattisgarh.
An official from the probe agency revealed that Chaitanya Baghel received proceeds from the crime, amounting to an estimated ₹2,161 crore. These funds were allegedly siphoned off through various schemes.
The ED’s investigation continues as they uncover more details about the alleged scam and its beneficiaries.