Kolkata CBI, ED Offices Unsafe for Probe: Central Agencies Tell Delhi High Court

• Delhi High Court heard a plea to quash ED summons for I-PAC directors Prateek Jain and Rishi Raj Singh in a coal scam case.
• ED complained to the Delhi High Court that its Kolkata offices are not secure for investigation, citing threats to CBI officials and a past incident involving the Chief Minister.
• I-PAC directors requested to appear via video conference or at the Kolkata office due to election duties in Bengal and Tamil Nadu.
• ED opposed VC, citing concerns about document confidentiality during questioning.
• Delhi High Court issued a notice to ED, questioning the five-year delay in interrogation and why questioning isn't possible in Kolkata; ED agreed to summon Prateek Jain after April 2.

Key Questions Answered

What security measures will ED take in Kolkata?

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches in Kolkata on April 1, 2026, as part of a money laundering investigation. The ED seized approximately Rs 1.

How will the Delhi High Court rule on ED's complaint?

The Delhi High Court has issued a notice to Arvind Kejriwal regarding the ED's plea against his acquittal in summons cases. The court has scheduled the next hearing for April 29.

Could this case impact future ED investigations?

The Supreme Court's questioning of the West Bengal government regarding ED interference in investigations and the ED's challenge to Arvind Kejriwal's acquittal could impact future ED