ED Arrests I-PAC Co-Founder in West Bengal Coal Scam Case
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) arrested Vinesh Chandel, co-founder of Indian Political Action Committee (I-PAC), in connection with a money-laundering case related to an alleged coal scam in West Bengal. Chandel was taken into custody under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) in New Delhi. This arrest comes ahead of the state Assembly elections scheduled for April 23 and April 29. The case originates from a November 2020 FIR by the Central Bureau of Investigation, alleging a multi-crore coal pilferage racket linked to Eastern Coalfields Limited. The ED has also conducted searches at multiple locations, including Chandel's residence and the I-PAC office, amid claims of obstruction during these operations.
Published 1 day ago • 14 Apr 2026, 12:22 AM IST