Chaitanya Baghel, Son of Former Chhattisgarh CM, Arrested in Liquor Scam Case

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Enforcement Directorate Arrests Chaitanya Baghel in Liquor Scam Case

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday arrested Chaitanya Baghel, the son of former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel, in connection with the alleged multi-crore liquor scam in the state. The arrest came after fresh searches at the Baghel family’s residence in Bhilai, Durg district, as part of the ongoing money laundering probe under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).

Chaitanya Baghel’s home in Bhilai town of Durg district, shared by the father-son duo, was raided by the ED under the PMLA following new evidence in the case, news agency PTI reported.

Investigation Against Chaitanya Baghel in Liquor Scam Case

Sources mentioned that the search action was targeted towards Chaitanya Baghel, who is under investigation in the liquor scam case.

A significant number of police personnel were stationed outside the house, with some party supporters gathering as well.

The Enforcement Directorate had previously conducted similar raids against Chaitanya Baghel on March 10.

This story is developing, and more details are awaited.


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