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ED Raids Ex-Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel’s Properties in Alleged Liquor Scam Probe

The Enforcement Directorate seized ₹33 lakh in cash and summoned Baghel’s son, Chaitanya, as Congress alleges political targeting.

Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel said the raids cannot stop the party's work in Punjab.
The ED filed a fresh case in the matter on April 9, 2024. (HT PHOTO)
Enforcement Directorate (ED) personnel being stopped as they leave after searching the residence of former Chief Minister and Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel in an ongoing money laundering case, in Durg on Monday.
Security personnel stand guard during raids by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on premises linked to Chaitanya Baghel, son of former Chhattisgarh chief minister and Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel.

Overview

  • The Enforcement Directorate conducted raids at 14 locations tied to former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel, his son Chaitanya, and associates, linked to an alleged ₹2,161 crore liquor scam.
  • Officials seized ₹33 lakh in cash, jewelry, and documents from Baghel’s residence, which he claims are family assets from farming and dairy businesses.
  • Congress leaders have denounced the raids as politically motivated, accusing the BJP-led central government of attempting to silence opposition voices.
  • ED alleges Chaitanya Baghel was a key beneficiary of illegal proceeds from the liquor scam, which reportedly caused significant losses to the state exchequer.
  • Protests erupted outside Baghel’s residence, with Congress supporters clashing with ED officials, while Baghel vowed to continue questioning BJP leaders in the state assembly.