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ED Conducts Raids in Odisha Over Illegal Mining Operations

The Enforcement Directorate has initiated a large-scale operation in Ganjam district, Odisha, targeting illegal mining activities linked to money laundering. Over 20 locations were searched, resulting in the seizure of significant assets, including cash and luxury vehicles. Authorities are focusing on the mafia and their associates involved in the exploitation of local resources. The operation is ongoing, with more details expected to be released upon its completion. This crackdown highlights the serious issues surrounding illegal mining and its impact on local communities.
By Narendra Chaudhary | Jan 16, 2026, 18:39 IST
ED Conducts Raids in Odisha Over Illegal Mining Operations

Enforcement Directorate's Raids in Ganjam District

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) launched a significant operation on Friday, conducting searches at over 20 locations in Ganjam district, Odisha, related to money laundering linked to the illegal extraction of minor minerals such as sand and black stone. Officials confirmed this information.


According to the authorities, the searches are being carried out under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) targeting the 'mafia' and their business associates' assets.


So far, the operation has led to the recovery of a wardrobe filled with cash valued at over two crore rupees, luxury vehicles, and documents pertaining to real estate. An official stated, 'The raids are still ongoing. The exact value of the seized cash and further details will be disclosed once the operation concludes.'


They added, 'Gangsters and influential individuals have exploited and instilled fear in the local population, forcibly engaging in the illegal mining of minor minerals across various areas in Ganjam.'


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