The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday conducted raids on the premises of Karnataka minister Satish Jarkiholi's brother-in-law in connection with a money laundering case registered under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). The development comes amid ongoing investigations into alleged irregularities.
Minister unaware of raid details
Speaking to reporters in Gokak town, Satish Jarkiholi stated that he was unaware of the reasons behind the ED action and hence could not comment on it. The minister did not provide further details regarding the nature of the searches or the properties involved.
ED action under PMLA
The raids are part of a broader probe by the central agency into financial transactions suspected to be linked to illegal activities. The ED has been scrutinizing assets and dealings of individuals connected to the minister's family. Officials have not yet released an official statement on the seizure or findings from the operation.
This is a developing story. More details are awaited as the investigation progresses.
