CBI Raids Former Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel's Residences in Ongoing Investigations

The raids, reportedly linked to the Mahadev online betting app scam, coincide with Baghel's planned Congress meeting in Delhi, intensifying political tensions.

• CBI conducted searches at Bhupesh Baghel's residences in Raipur and Bhilai, as well as at premises linked to a senior police officer and an associate.
• The agency has not officially disclosed the details of the case, but sources suggest the raids are linked to the Mahadev online betting app scam.
• The timing of the searches, ahead of Baghel's scheduled Congress Drafting Committee meeting in Delhi, has raised questions about political motivations.
• Congress leaders, including Baghel, have accused the BJP-led central government of using investigative agencies for political targeting.
• This follows earlier ED raids connected to an alleged ₹2,161 crore liquor scam during Baghel's tenure as Chief Minister.

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