Archive · 3 Aug 2025
Baghel, Son Challenge ED and CBI in Chhattisgarh Liquor Scam Case
Former leader Bhupesh Baghel and his son are fighting back in court against the government.
They're questioning the powers of the CBI and ED in a big money case about alcohol sales.
The son was arrested on his birthday, which the family sees as a political move.
Investigators say there was a secret system to steal money.
The former leader believes he's being targeted to silence him.
Supporters are protesting, claiming the government is using these agencies unfairly.
Bhupesh Baghel and his son challenged the legal authority of CBI and ED in the liquor scam.
Chaitanya Baghel was arrested by the ED on his birthday in connection to a Rs 2,160 crore liquor scam.
The ED alleges a parallel liquor distribution network with illegal commissions during Baghel's tenure.
Baghel condemned the arrest, calling it politically motivated and a tool to target opposition.
The Congress party staged protests, accusing the BJP of weaponizing agencies.
- Who
- Bhupesh Baghel, his son Chaitanya Baghel, the CBI, ED, and the Congress party.
- What
- Bhupesh Baghel and his son challenged the CBI and ED's authority in a liquor scam investigation.
- When
- The petition was filed recently. Chaitanya Baghel was arrested July 18, 2025.
- Where
- Chhattisgarh and the Supreme Court.
- Why
- To challenge the legality of the investigation, and to dispute accusations of political targeting.
Bhupesh Baghel's Perspective
ED's Perspective
Political Motivation vs. Legal Investigation
Bhupesh Baghel's Perspective
Claims political vendetta, timing of arrest was symbolic.
ED's Perspective
Investigation is lawful, following procedure.
- Accused
- Chaitanya Baghel
- Alleged Scam Amount
- Rs 2,160 crore
- Accusations
- Money laundering, illegal commissions
- Investigating Agencies
- CBI and ED
- Arrest Date
- July 18, 2025
- Former Chief Minister
- Bhupesh Baghel