Archive · 20 Jul 2025
Chhattisgarh Ex-CM's Son Arrested; MP Opposition Calls It Illegal
Chaitanya Baghel, son of a former state leader, was arrested over a large alleged liquor scam involving a huge amount of money.
The government says he was involved in taking and managing the money.
However, an opposition leader is speaking out, saying the arrest is against the law and claims the government is suppressing dissent.
This leader also questioned the current chief minister's recent trip abroad, wanting to know about the money spent and any investments made during the visit.
He says the people deserve to know how public funds are used.
Chaitanya Baghel, son of ex-Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel, was arrested by the ED.
The arrest is linked to an alleged Rs 2,100 crore liquor scam.
The ED claims Chaitanya Baghel received Rs 16.70 crore and handled over Rs 1,000 crore.
Opposition leader Umang Singhar called the arrest illegal and politically motivated.
Singhar criticized Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav's foreign trip, questioning investments.
- Who
- Chaitanya Baghel and Umang Singhar.
- What
- Chaitanya Baghel was arrested in connection with an alleged liquor scam.
- When
- The arrest occurred on Friday; Umang Singhar made his statements on Sunday.
- Where
- Indore, Madhya Pradesh
- Why
- The arrest is related to an alleged money laundering case in the Rs 2,100 crore liquor scam, according to the Enforcement Directorate.
Congress's Stance
ED's Stance
Legality of Arrest
Congress's Stance
The arrest is illegal and politically motivated, suppressing dissent.
ED's Stance
The arrest is linked to a money laundering case in the liquor scam.
Political Motivation
Congress's Stance
The BJP is harassing the families of leaders.
ED's Stance
The arrest is part of an investigation into the liquor scam.
- Arrested
- Chaitanya Baghel
- Alleged Scam Amount
- Rs 2,100 crore
- Baghel's alleged amount received
- Rs 16.70 crore
- Alleged Amount handled
- Over Rs 1,000 crore
- Opposition Leader
- Umang Singhar
- Current CM
- Mohan Yadav