The investigation into the alleged Chhattisgarh liquor and District Mineral Foundation (DMF) scam has gathered pace, with the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) intensifying action against businessman Anwar Dhebar and retired IAS officer Anil Tuteja. Authorities claim that assets worth more than ₹1,400 crore linked to the accused and their associates have been attached as part of ongoing proceedings.

According to investigating agencies, the case involves allegations of large-scale financial irregularities and money laundering across multiple sectors. Officials allege that a network operating during the previous Congress-led government generated unlawful gains through several schemes and transactions. The allegations remain under investigation and are subject to judicial scrutiny.

Probe Scope Expanded

Investigators have widened the scope of the inquiry to examine financial transactions, asset ownership patterns, and the role of individuals associated with the alleged network. The ED has already filed prosecution complaints under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), and further proceedings are underway before the designated court.

Officials claim that the alleged syndicate generated thousands of crores of rupees through multiple activities currently under investigation. Among these, the liquor-related case is being examined as one of the largest components of the overall probe.

Allegations in Liquor Case

According to the ED, the liquor scam investigation centres on allegations that illegal profits were generated through the distribution and sale of liquor via government-linked retail channels. Investigators allege that the network accumulated substantial proceeds of crime through these operations.

The agency has reportedly named dozens of individuals in connection with the case and continues to examine financial records, corporate structures, and transaction trails.

DMF and Other Cases

Apart from the liquor case, authorities are examining alleged irregularities involving District Mineral Foundation funds. Investigators claim that contracts were awarded to preferred entities and that commissions were allegedly collected through the execution of public projects.

Additional inquiries are underway into alleged irregularities involving hologram procurement, placement agency payments, and custom milling operations. Officials say these cases form part of a broader examination of public fund utilisation and procurement practices.

Assets Under Attachment

Investigating agencies state that attached assets include land parcels, commercial properties, investments, bank deposits, shares, mutual fund holdings, and other movable and immovable properties.

Officials claim that a significant portion of the attached assets consists of properties allegedly held through benami arrangements. The ownership and source of these assets remain subject to legal proceedings and court review.

Legal Proceedings Continue

The ED has informed the court about its findings through chargesheets and prosecution complaints filed under anti-money laundering laws. Hearings in the matter are expected to continue as investigators present evidence and financial records collected during the probe.

Authorities are also examining the role of other individuals who may have been connected to the alleged transactions and financial networks under investigation.