The ED arrested Chaitanya Baghel in July last year in connection with its money laundering probe in the alleged scam (Image: PTI)
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Moneycontrol02-01-2026, 17:34

Chhattisgarh Liquor Scam: Ex-CM Baghel's Son Chaitanya Gets Bail

  • Chhattisgarh High Court granted bail to Chaitanya Baghel, son of former CM Bhupesh Baghel.
  • Bail was granted in two cases related to the alleged liquor scam, filed by ED and ACB/EOW.
  • ED arrested Chaitanya in July last year; ACB/EOW arrested him in September while he was in jail.
  • ED alleges Chaitanya orchestrated the scam (2019-2022) and handled nearly Rs 1,000 crore.
  • ACB/EOW claims he received Rs 200-250 crore, with total scam proceeds potentially exceeding Rs 3,500 crore.

Why It Matters: Chaitanya Baghel, son of former Chhattisgarh CM, secured bail in the alleged liquor scam cases.

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