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Madras High Court Reserves Judgment on Tamil Nadu’s Challenge to ED’s TASMAC Raids

Court hears detailed arguments on legality, jurisdiction, and alleged rights violations, with final submissions scheduled for April 21.

Tamil Nadu, June 14 (ANI): Tasmac officials are preparing social distancing circle marks outside government run Tasmac wine shop before opening after the lockdown imposed in Chennai on Monday. (ANI Photo) (ANI)
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Overview

  • The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted raids on TASMAC headquarters in Chennai from March 6–8, 2025, citing suspicion of money-laundering under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).
  • The Tamil Nadu government and TASMAC have filed writ petitions in the Madras High Court to declare the raids illegal, alleging procedural lapses and violations of federalism.
  • The ED defended its actions, asserting that Section 17 of the PMLA allows searches based on suspicion and presenting evidence of alleged financial irregularities worth ₹1,000 crore within TASMAC.
  • Tamil Nadu officials alleged human rights violations during the raids, which the ED denied, citing signed panchanamas affirming proper conduct during the operation.
  • The High Court has scheduled April 21, 2025, for final submissions before reserving judgment on the legality of the ED’s actions and the state’s allegations.