Congress Leader Dharamsot Arrested in Forest Scam Money Laundering Case

Congress Leader Dharamsot Arrested in Forest Scam Money Laundering Case

VoM News Desk | January 15, 2024 | 09:58 PM IST | Breaking News, Crime | Follow on Google News

Congress Leader Dharamsot Arrested in Forest Scam Money Laundering Case

Congress Leader Dharamsot Arrested in Forest Scam Money Laundering Case

Punjab forest minister Sadhu Singh Dharamsot was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Monday under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) in connection with an alleged forest scam. The investigation stems from accusations of bribery and irregularities within the state’s forest department.

Key points:

• Charges: Bribery for tree felling permits, transfers/postings, no-objection certificates, and purchasing tree guards.
• Investigation: Initiated by Punjab Vigilance Bureau, later pursued by ED under PMLA.
• Dharamsot: Former minister, previously arrested by Vigilance Bureau for separate case of disproportionate assets.
• Other arrests: Forest department officials and another minister, Sangat Singh Giljian, also raided by ED.

Details:

• ED took Dharamsot into custody in Jalandhar after raids in November 2023.
• Allegations include issuing permits for illegal tree felling and accepting bribes for transfers/postings within the department.
• This money laundering case adds to Dharamsot’s existing legal troubles, including the previous arrest for disproportionate assets.

Implications:

• The arrest marks a significant development in the ongoing forest scam investigation.
• It may lead to further arrests and expose a wider network of corruption within the department.
• Dharamsot’s political career could face serious repercussions depending on the outcome of the investigations.

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