ED Seizes Rs 36 Lakh, SUV, and Documents in Money Laundering Probe at Hemant Soren’s Delhi Residence

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted a thorough search at the Delhi residence of Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren, leading to the seizure of Rs 36 lakh in cash, an SUV with an Haryana number plate registered under a “benami” name, and what officials describe as “incriminating” documents. The operation took place at Soren’s 5/1 Shanti Niketan residence in south Delhi on Monday, lasting nearly 13 hours.

This move is part of an ED investigation into a money laundering case linked to an alleged land deal in Jharkhand. The federal agency camped at the residence to question Chief Minister Soren regarding the case.

During the search, ED teams meticulously gathered evidence, including a significant amount of cash, a high-end SUV, and documents that could be pertinent to the ongoing investigation. Chief Minister Soren has responded by expressing his willingness to cooperate, confirming that he will depose before the ED at his Ranchi residence on Wednesday around 1 pm.

In light of these developments, all legislators of the ruling Jharkhand Mukti Morcha-led alliance in Jharkhand have been instructed to remain in the state capital, Ranchi. A meeting scheduled for Tuesday aims to address the current political situation in the state, emphasizing the impact of the ongoing probe on the political landscape. The case has drawn attention as it unfolds, and further updates are expected as Chief Minister Soren prepares to face ED inquiries.