Former Chhattisgarh CM's Son Arrested in Liquor Scam Case on His Birthday

The Enforcement Directorate arrested former Chhattisgarh chief minister Bhupesh Baghel's son Chaitanya Baghel in connection with an alleged multi-crore liquor scam in the state. The central agency conducted a search at the premises of a senior Congress leader at his Bhilai residence before the arrest.

Baghel confirmed the arrest through a social media post, thanking Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the 'birthday gift' for his son. He criticized the government leaders for sending ED officials to his house on special occasions.

The Enforcement Directorate alleged that a cartel involving government officials, politicians, and liquor businessmen illegally collected around Rs 2,161 crore from liquor sales in Chhattisgarh between 2019 and 2022. The scam involved manipulating the liquor supply chain and selling alcohol outside the legal system.

Several key accused, including IAS officer Anil Tuteja and liquor businessman Anwar Dhebar, have been arrested in connection with the case. The agency has also raided politicians and bureaucrats linked to the former Congress-led government in Chhattisgarh.

(This is a developing story)

According to the source: Times of India.