40 Locations Searched as ED Busts Coal Mafia in Eastern India

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has intensified its fight against financial crime by executing searches at more than 40 premises in Jharkhand and West Bengal. This coordinated effort focuses on dismantling significant coal theft and smuggling operations, as mandated by the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). The investigation implicates several prominent figures and businesses, including alleged involvement from Anil Goyal, Sanjay Udhyog, L B Singh, and Amar Mandal. The extent of coal pilferage under scrutiny is vast, leading to enormous financial losses for the government, potentially amounting to hundreds of crores. The ED’s nationwide sweep included 18 locations in Jharkhand and 24 premises in West Bengal, spanning districts like Durgapur, Purulia, Howrah, and Kolkata, all under examination for alleged illegal coal trade.