IT Dept Expands Hawala Money Raids Across Jharkhand
Fresh Teams Arrive in Jamshedpur as Evidence Links Political Activities to Hawala Network
Key Points:
* IT raids expand from 24 to 35 locations across Jharkhand since Friday
* ED conducts fresh searches in Saraikela and Jamshedpur regions
* Eight additional IT teams deployed from Ranchi following new evidence
JAMSHEDPUR – Income Tax Department intensifies its statewide crackdown on hawala operations with expanded raids targeting political funding channels.
The department’s operation has now encompassed multiple business groups across Jharkhand.
Meanwhile, searches at Rishu Chirania Group’s properties in Ranchi concluded late Saturday.
Furthermore, officials completed raids at Rakesh Barnwal Group’s establishments in Giridih.
Moreover, crucial documents were discovered during operations at Bhalotia Group’s premises in Jamshedpur.
In addition, senior IT officials arrived in Jamshedpur to oversee the expanded investigation.
However, the department has identified new locations connected to the Bhalotia Group.
On the other hand, eight fresh teams from Ranchi have joined the ongoing operations.
Meanwhile, sources indicate that more raids are expected in the coming days.

