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Former Uttarakhand CM Harish Rawat Resigns from Congress Posts After ED Raid
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 12 Sep 2026, 10:20 AM
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Former Uttarakhand Chief Minister Harish Rawat has stepped down from all positions within the Indian National Congress following an Enforcement Directorate raid on his residence. The resignation comes amid investigations into alleged financial irregularities.
Former Uttarakhand Chief Minister Harish Rawat announced his resignation from all posts in the Indian National Congress on Tuesday, following a raid by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on his residence earlier this week.
The ED raid, conducted on March 20, was part of an ongoing investigation into alleged financial irregularities linked to Rawat’s tenure. While the specifics of the investigation remain undisclosed, the raid reportedly involved the seizure of documents and assets.
In a statement released by the Congress party, leaders expressed disappointment over the incident and reaffirmed their commitment to a transparent and accountable political process. The party also urged the authorities to conduct a thorough investigation.
Rawat’s resignation marks a significant development in the political landscape of Uttarakhand, where he had served as chief minister from 2014 to 2017. The move is expected to influence the party’s strategy ahead of upcoming elections.
The Enforcement Directorate has indicated that the investigation is ongoing, and no charges have been formally filed against Rawat at this time.
The ED raid, conducted on March 20, was part of an ongoing investigation into alleged financial irregularities linked to Rawat’s tenure. While the specifics of the investigation remain undisclosed, the raid reportedly involved the seizure of documents and assets.
In a statement released by the Congress party, leaders expressed disappointment over the incident and reaffirmed their commitment to a transparent and accountable political process. The party also urged the authorities to conduct a thorough investigation.
Rawat’s resignation marks a significant development in the political landscape of Uttarakhand, where he had served as chief minister from 2014 to 2017. The move is expected to influence the party’s strategy ahead of upcoming elections.
The Enforcement Directorate has indicated that the investigation is ongoing, and no charges have been formally filed against Rawat at this time.