Jaipur: In a significant development, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Thursday summoned Vaibhav Gehlot, the son of Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, as part of its ongoing investigation into the paper leak case linked to the Senior Teacher 2nd Grade Competitive Examination, 2022. Simultaneously, the ED conducted raids at the official residence of Rajasthan Congress Chief Govind Singh Dotasara in Civil Lines, Jaipur.
The Enforcement Directorate is conducting search operations at nearly a dozen locations in Rajasthan in connection with the paper leak case. The raids are also under at the premises of some Congress leaders, including Rajasthan Congress President Govind Singh Dotasra https://t.co/LmpKtaKuwf
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ED Raids Ahead Of Assembly Polls
These actions by the ED have taken on a political tone, especially as the state is preparing for elections on November 25. Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has called for an urgent news conference to address this issue, highlighting its potential impact on the political landscape.
ED Raids Across Rajasthan
Notably, the Enforcement Directorate is conducting search operations at nearly a dozen locations in Rajasthan related to the paper leak case. This is part of their comprehensive efforts to uncover the truth in this matter.
Earlier this month, the ED conducted search operations at multiple residential premises of individuals, leading to the seizure of various incriminating documents, sale deeds, electronic devices, and a significant cash amount. These actions were carried out under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).
In a separate development, the ED arrested Babulal Katara, a member of the Rajasthan Public Service Commission, and Anil Kumar Meena in connection with the alleged paper leak case in Rajasthan. It was revealed that Katara had leaked the general knowledge question paper of the Senior Teacher Grade II Competitive Examination, 2022, which was scheduled for December 2022. He reportedly sold the leaked papers to Anil Kumar Meena, who, in turn, distributed them to other members of a syndicate for a substantial fee.
Additionally, earlier this year, the ED conducted searches at multiple locations, leading to the recovery of incriminating documents and digital records. The enforcement agency has provisionally attached properties worth approximately Rs 3.11 crore belonging to Babulal Katara, Anil Meena, and others.
This ongoing investigation is a critical issue in the state of Rajasthan and the political landscape, particularly with the upcoming elections just around the corner.