Enforcement Directorate Raids 42 Locations in Bengal and Jharkhand Over Illegal Coal Operations

Nov 21, 2025 02:03 pm CST

The Enforcement Directorate conducted major raids across Bengal and Jharkhand targeting illegal coal operations, seizing substantial cash and jewelry. Over 100 officers searched homes, offices, and coal facilities, recovering bundles of currency notes totaling crores of rupees and multiple boxes of gold jewelry. These actions may increase political tensions between the Trinamool Congress and BJP ahead of upcoming elections.