Overview
- State leaders said a DGP-led SIT is coordinating UP Police, FSDA and STF actions, with FIRs registered against about 140 firms in 33 districts and look-out circulars issued for 12 key suspects.
- The Enforcement Directorate is probing a nearly ₹100‑crore transaction tied to the alleged diversion network and examining benami deals, high‑value properties and dozens of linked bank accounts.
- Investigators allege large consignments were diverted on fake bills rather than supplied to retail chemists, with a possible cross‑border flow to Nepal and Bangladesh under review.
- BJP ministers have cited photos to allege links between some accused and the Samajwadi Party, while Akhilesh Yadav denies wrongdoing, accuses the government of hiding facts and calls for action against all involved.
- Local enforcement continues, with Bijnor police arresting three men in a case initiated by a November 23 complaint and officers indicating more arrests are likely.