Archive · 1 Jan 2026
ED probes codeine syrup smuggling, money laundering in UP
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) in India is investigating a big illegal operation where codeine-based cough syrup, which is usually sold only with a doctor's prescription, is being smuggled and sold illegally.
The syrup is being trafficked to other countries and states.
The ED has called in family members of some arrested people to ask about their money and properties.
The main person behind this, Shubham Jaiswal, is missing and might be hiding in Dubai.
The ED is also looking at properties linked to other suspects and has found luxury items and documents showing big money transactions.
The case started when a large amount of the syrup was seized in Lucknow in February 2024.
The investigation is ongoing to find out how big this illegal operation is and where all the money from it went.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is investigating a large-scale illegal operation involving the smuggling of codeine-based cough syrup and money laundering in Uttar Pradesh.
Family members of arrested accused Vishal Singh and Vibhor Rana have been summoned for questioning about their financial dealings and properties.
Shubham Jaiswal, the suspected mastermind, remains absconding and may be hiding in Dubai, with the ED considering issuing a Red Corner Notice to trace him internationally.
Properties linked to key suspects, including Shubham Jaiswal, Alok Singh, and Amit Singh Tata, are being examined, with raids yielding luxury items and evidence of large financial transactions.
The case began with the seizure of a large consignment of codeine syrup in Lucknow in February 2024, revealing a network operating through fake companies and secret warehouses.
- Who
- Enforcement Directorate (ED), Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (UP STF)
- What
- Investigation into codeine-based cough syrup smuggling and money laundering
- When
- Ongoing, with initial seizure in February 2024
- Where
- Uttar Pradesh, India, with suspected international links
- Why
- To uncover the full scale of the illegal operation and trace the proceeds of crime
- Main Accused
- Shubham Jaiswal
- Arrested Accused
- Vishal Singh, Vibhor Rana
- Summoned Family Members
- Family of Vishal Singh, Vibhor Rana
- Key Suspects
- Alok Singh, Amit Singh Tata, Bhola Jaiswal
- Seizure Location
- Sushant Golf City, Lucknow
- Seizure Date
- February 2024
- Investigating Agencies
- Enforcement Directorate (ED), Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (UP STF)