Sambalpur: ED Raids House of BJD Leader Pramila Mallick’s Brother Kshirod Mallick; 231 Crore Rupees Fraud Case
Sambalpur: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has intensified its investigation into a massive Rs. 231 crore financial fraud linked to Kshirod Mallick, the late brother of Opposition Chief Whip and former minister Pramila Mallick. The ED conducted extensive raids on his properties in New Delhi and Sambalpur, Odisha, on Wednesday, focusing on allegations of loan misappropriation through his NGO, Bharat Integrated Social Welfare Agency (BISWA).
Simultaneous Raids in Delhi and Sambalpur
The ED launched simultaneous raids at multiple locations, including Kshirod Mallick’s residential building, the BISWA office, and another property in Sambalpur. In New Delhi, the agency targeted the headquarters of BISWA. These coordinated operations aim to uncover crucial evidence regarding the alleged financial fraud.
Allegations of Bank Loan Misuse
Kshirod Mallick allegedly misused banking channels to secure significant loans under questionable pretenses. BISWA, his NGO, is at the center of the controversy for purportedly misusing funds, failing to repay loans, and receiving foreign funding that was allegedly misappropriated.
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Link to Mid-Day Meal (MDM) and Pulses Scam
During the BJD administration, BISWA won contracts to supply pulses and other items for the mid-day meal (MDM) program in government schools. Kshirod Mallick was also involved in the infamous’sattua’ and ‘pulses’ scams. During this time, he allegedly used his sister Pramila Mallick’s political connections to secure lucrative government contracts.
Previous Allegations Overlooked
Despite several cases registered against Kshirod Mallick during the BJD government, these allegations were reportedly ignored. The ED now suspects a broader conspiracy and is probing the involvement of other influential individuals linked to the previous BJD government.
ED’s Aggressive Pursuit
This crackdown signals the ED’s aggressive intent to expose financial irregularities and hold all involved accountable. The agency aims to trace the misappropriated funds and unravel the extent of Kshirod Mallick’s network, potentially implicating more individuals in the alleged scam.
The ED’s ongoing investigation underscores its commitment to addressing high-profile financial frauds and ensuring transparency. The revelations from these raids could significantly impact Odisha’s political and administrative landscape.
