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ED raids 27 sites in Punjab over alleged GAMADA financial irregularities
✍️ Amar Ujala · Mohali
🗓 24 Sep 2026, 08:45 AM
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The Enforcement Directorate conducted raids at 27 locations in Mohali on Wednesday, probing alleged financial misconduct and money‑laundering linked to the Greater Mohali Area Development Authority.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) continued its investigation on Wednesday, marking the second consecutive day of action against the Greater Mohali Area Development Authority (GAMADA). Officials carried out coordinated raids at 27 sites across Mohali, focusing on alleged financial irregularities and possible money‑laundering activities tied to the authority.
Among those under scrutiny is the nephew of a state minister, who is reported to be within the investigative net. The ED’s probe aims to uncover the flow of funds and any misuse of authority in the development projects overseen by GAMADA.
The Punjab High Court has appointed a warrant officer to supervise the raids, ensuring procedural compliance and safeguarding the integrity of the investigation. No arrests have been publicly confirmed as of the latest update.
Authorities have not disclosed the specific amounts involved or the exact nature of the alleged violations, citing the ongoing nature of the inquiry. The ED has indicated that further actions may follow based on the evidence gathered during the raids.
Among those under scrutiny is the nephew of a state minister, who is reported to be within the investigative net. The ED’s probe aims to uncover the flow of funds and any misuse of authority in the development projects overseen by GAMADA.
The Punjab High Court has appointed a warrant officer to supervise the raids, ensuring procedural compliance and safeguarding the integrity of the investigation. No arrests have been publicly confirmed as of the latest update.
Authorities have not disclosed the specific amounts involved or the exact nature of the alleged violations, citing the ongoing nature of the inquiry. The ED has indicated that further actions may follow based on the evidence gathered during the raids.