Massive ED Action: Coal Smuggling Rings Targeted in 40 Raids

In a major move against organized crime, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has conducted extensive searches at over 40 locations across Jharkhand and West Bengal. The operations are part of a money laundering investigation targeting deep-rooted coal mafia networks involved in rampant theft and smuggling. The probe highlights cases associated with Anil Goyal, Sanjay Udhyog, L B Singh, and Amar Mandal, individuals and entities believed to be at the forefront of these illegal activities. The cumulative impact of these coal pilferage schemes represents a colossal financial drain on government resources, with estimated losses running into hundreds of crores. The ED’s presence in Jharkhand covered 18 sites, while in West Bengal, 24 locations in key areas such as Durgapur, Purulia, Howrah, and Kolkata are being meticulously investigated for illegal coal mining, movement, and storage.