Archive · 25 Sep 2025
Bhupesh Baghel's Son Arrested in Chhattisgarh Liquor Scam
The son of a former leader has been arrested regarding an alleged liquor scam.
Officials believe this scam happened when the previous government was in power.
He's accused of being involved in a large financial crime involving money.
Lawyers for the accused say there is no evidence to support the arrest.
The case is related to money being misused.
The investigation is ongoing and many others are also being investigated.
Chaitanya Baghel, son of former CM Bhupesh Baghel, arrested in liquor scam.
The alleged scam occurred between 2019 and 2022, during Baghel's government.
ACB/EOW arrested Chaitanya Baghel and another accused, Dipen Chawda.
Arrests made based on statements and investigation of the case.
Chaitanya's lawyer claims arrest lacks evidence; ED links him to handling funds.
- Who
- Chaitanya Baghel, son of former CM Bhupesh Baghel, and Dipen Chawda
- What
- Arrest in connection with the alleged Chhattisgarh liquor scam
- When
- October 4, 2023
- Where
- Chhattisgarh
- Why
- Alleged involvement in a Rs 2,500 crore+ liquor scam during the previous government's tenure
- Agency
- ACB/EOW
- Accused
- Chaitanya Baghel, Dipen Chawda
- Alleged Scam Amount
- Rs 2,500 crore+
- Period
- 2019-2022
- Arrest Date
- October 4, 2023