Archive · 15 Jan 2026
ED Accuses Mamata, Police of Obstructing I-PAC Raids
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has accused West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and top police officials of obstructing raids at the I-PAC headquarters and its director's residence.
The ED claims that Mamata Banerjee and police officers interfered with the raids, seized evidence, and violated legal procedures.
The ED has filed a petition in the Supreme Court seeking the suspension of the West Bengal Director General of Police (DGP) Rajiv Kumar and other senior officials.
The West Bengal government has defended its actions, alleging that the ED's raids were politically motivated.
The Supreme Court is set to hear the case, which involves allegations of a coal smuggling scam and the integrity of the investigation.
Meanwhile, the West Bengal government has also notified changes to police personnel ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections to ensure fair election management.
ED accuses Mamata Banerjee and top police officials of obstructing I-PAC raids and seizing evidence.
Supreme Court to hear ED's petition seeking suspension of West Bengal DGP Rajiv Kumar.
West Bengal government alleges ED's actions are politically motivated and violates due process.
ED claims raids were related to a coal smuggling scam involving Rs 2,742 crores.
West Bengal government has notified changes to police personnel ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections.
- Who
- Enforcement Directorate (ED) and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee
- What
- Allegations of obstruction during I-PAC raids and administrative overhaul of police personnel
- When
- January 15, 2026, ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections
- Where
- West Bengal, India
- Why
- To ensure fair election management and address allegations of obstruction during raids
ED's Allegations
West Bengal Government's Defense
Obstruction of Raids
ED's Allegations
ED claims Mamata Banerjee and top police officials obstructed raids, seized evidence, and violated legal procedures.
West Bengal Government's Defense
West Bengal government alleges ED's actions were politically motivated and violated due process.
Evidence Handling
ED's Allegations
ED accuses Mamata Banerjee of taking away files and digital devices, calling it theft.
West Bengal Government's Defense
West Bengal government claims ED's actions were unlawful and aimed at harassing political opponents.
Investigation Integrity
ED's Allegations
ED argues that the state government's actions compromised the integrity of the investigation.
West Bengal Government's Defense
West Bengal government seeks an independent inquiry, alleging misuse of central agencies.
- Initiative
- ED's petition in Supreme Court
- Purpose
- Alleged obstruction during I-PAC raids
- Key Directive
- Suspension of West Bengal DGP Rajiv Kumar
- Exclusion Criteria
- Officers retiring within 6 months
- Home District Rule
- No officers in their home district
- Cut-off Date
- May 31, 2026
- Authority
- Election Commission of India
Sources
2026 Assembly Polls | No home districts, no 3-year tenures: CEO sets norms for West Bengal police overhaul, issues directives
EC nudge to upload hearing data fast as poll officials ‘play safe', wait for missing documents
'No Democracy In Bengal': In SC, ED Accuses Mamata Banerjee, Police Of I-PAC Raids Obstruction
‘Suspend Bengal DGP’: ED Moves Supreme Court, Urges Action Amid I-PAC Raid Row
