Chhattisgarh Chaos: Congress MLAs Suspended Over ED Raids

Congress MLAs were suspended from the Chhattisgarh assembly following disruptions over ED raids related to a liquor scam involving former CM Bhupesh Baghel's family. Raids targeted multiple premises, alleging misuse of over Rs 2,100 crore by a liquor syndicate. Congress claims political targeting by the ruling BJP.

Several Congress MLAs in Chhattisgarh faced suspension on Monday after they interrupted assembly proceedings, voicing concerns against the BJP for allowing recent Enforcement Directorate (ED) raids targeting former Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel. The lapse in decorum led to their removal as tensions over alleged political misuse of power escalated.

The ED's attention focused on the Baghel family within the alleged liquor scam. Operations included raiding their homes and associates' properties based on money laundering suspicions. Diese allegations suggest key stakeholders benefitted from misappropriated funds, leading to substantial economic damage in the liquor trade.

The Congress party protests underscore allegations of the BJP's misuse of federal agencies to suppress dissent. While the Speaker enforced assembly protocols, the commotion reveals ongoing political strife, as opposition voices call out what they describe as the undermining of democratic principles in India.

(With inputs from agencies.)