ED Confiscates Rs. 5.39 Crore Cash and Gold in Chhattisgarh Liquor Scam

In connection with the ongoing probe into the Chhattisgarh Liquor Scam, the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) Raipur Zonal Office has carried out raids at 13 different locations across Raipur, Durg/Bhilai, and Bilaspur districts in Chhattisgarh.

These searches were conducted on April 30, 2026, under Section 17 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PMLA). These locations pertained to liquor traders, chartered accountants, businesspersons, and companies suspected of being involved in handling illegal money generated through the scam.

During the search operation, the tax officials confiscated cash amounting to Rs 53 lakh, along with gold jewellery and bullion weighing 3.234 kg, worth about Rs 4.86 crore. The seized material had a total cost of approximately Rs 5.39 crore. Officials also found some key documents and digital devices/data linked to the case; they are presently under the examination of the tax authorities.

The investigation is ongoing in the Chhattisgarh Liquor scam, in conclusion to FIRs registered by the Economic Offences Wing and Anti-Corruption Bureau in Raipur. The investigation revealed that politicians, senior government officials, liquor manufacturers, and licence holders are found to be involved in this scam. The total proceeds of crime in this case amount to nearly Rs 2,883 crore.

As of now, nine individuals have been arrested in connection with the scam. The agency has also attached properties worth around Rs 380 crore through multiple provisional attachment orders.

Refer to the official press release for complete information.