Tahsin Ahmed Arrested: TMC Leader's Son Behind Rs 350 Crore Bengal Chit Fund Scam

Oct 26, 2025 12:06 am CST

Police have arrested Tahsin Ahmed, son of a Trinamool Congress Minority Cell leader, for allegedly masterminding a Rs 350 crore chit fund scam in West Bengal's Asansol. The fraud reportedly affected over 3,000 families who were promised 14% monthly returns on investments through an unlicensed company. Opposition leader Suvendu Adhikari had previously highlighted the scam, demanding investigation and compensation for victims.