Massive Cash Haul in Jharkhand Tied to Minister's Aide Sparks Political Uproar

Over ₹36 crore seized in raids linked to Jharkhand Rural Development Minister's secretary, prompting arrests and political accusations.

Enforcement Directorate raids uncover over ₹36 crore in unaccounted cash at locations linked to the secretary and domestic help of Jharkhand Rural Development Minister Alamgir Alam.
The cash, discovered just before local elections, has led to allegations of planned electoral corruption by opposition parties.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi cites the seizure as evidence of his government's commitment to combating corruption.
Sanjiv Lal, the minister's secretary, and his domestic help were arrested and are under investigation for money laundering.
The ongoing probe has revealed potential involvement of other senior officials and politicians, escalating the scandal.