Guwahati, Jan 23: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted raids on January 22, 2025, targeting former officials of the Kamakhya Debutter Board in Guwahati. The action is part of an ongoing investigation into the alleged misappropriation of Rs 7.62 crore between 2003 and 2019 under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002.
The Kamakhya Debutter Board, which managed the Ma Kamakhya Temple until its dissolution in 2015 following a Supreme Court directive, is at the center of the probe. During the raids, the ED seized insurance policies worth Rs 1.82 crore, documents related to immovable properties, and business ventures linked to the accused. Additionally, over 27 bank accounts associated with the former board officials and their associates have been identified.
The investigation is ongoing, and further actions are expected.
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