Bhupesh Baghel Vows to Fight After Son’s Arrest in ED Case
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel’s son, Chaitanya Baghel, was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday. The arrest, made under Section 19 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), followed allegations of non-cooperation during searches conducted by the agency.
“Won’t Bow Down”: CM Baghel Reacts to Son’s Arrest
In a defiant statement following his son’s arrest, CM Baghel declared he would not be intimidated. He expressed confidence in the legal system and maintained his son’s innocence, indicating a determination to fight the charges.
Allegations of Non-Cooperation Lead to Arrest
The ED’s arrest of Chaitanya Baghel stems from accusations of non-cooperation during the course of the investigation. While details of the alleged non-cooperation remain unclear, the arrest signals an escalation in the ED’s investigation into the money laundering case. This development has injected further tension into the already charged political landscape.