Investigators Claim Rs 570 Crore Illicit Collection Through Manual NOC System

According to law‑enforcement agencies, the alleged fraud involved replacing an online coal‑transport permit system with a manual NOC process, allowing a per‑ton levy of Rs 25 to be siphoned illegally.

Investigators estimate that the scheme generated daily collections of Rs 2‑3 crore, amounting to a total of roughly Rs 500‑570 crore between 2020 and 2022. Documents recovered by the EOW reference code‑words such as “D Navaj” for illicit fund transfers.

The final charge sheet, to be filed on October 5, will detail how the proceeds were allegedly used for property purchases, personal enrichment and election funding.