Date: January 27, 2024
WebDesk (Ranchi)
Edited by: Sandeep Dhand (Ludhiana)
In a significant development, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has issued a fresh summons to Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren, urging him to rejoin the ongoing investigation into a money laundering case. The central agency has requested Soren to confirm his availability for questioning on either January 29 or January 31.
Earlier, the ED had extended an invitation to the 48-year-old politician, who also serves as the working president of the ruling Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), to participate in the inquiry between January 27 and 31. However, having received no official response, the enforcement agency took a decisive step by issuing a new letter-cum-summons.
Soren’s statement was initially recorded by the ED on January 20, marking the commencement of his involvement in the case. The nature and specifics of the alleged money laundering activities remain undisclosed as the investigation unfolds.
This move by the ED has added a layer of intensity to the political landscape in Jharkhand, with Soren at the center of the storm. The chief minister, known for his active role in regional politics, is now faced with the imperative of responding to the summons and participating in the ongoing investigation.
The timing of these developments has sparked speculation and interest among political circles and the general public alike. As the news unfolds, citizens await further details regarding the alleged money laundering case and its potential ramifications on the political scenario in Jharkhand.
The JMM, under Soren’s leadership, holds a significant position in the state’s political arena. Any implications arising from the ongoing investigation could have repercussions on the political landscape, shaping the dynamics in the lead-up to future elections.
As the situation develops, all eyes are on Chief Minister Hemant Soren and the unfolding narrative of the money laundering probe, which has now taken center stage in Jharkhand’s political discourse.