The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday launched a major operation in Dhanbad district targeting suspected money laundering linked to coal trade and outsourcing operations.

The operation, which began around 6 am, targeted multiple locations associated with coal outsourcing contracts, including Dev Prabha Company and its owner, L.B. Singh. The firm reportedly manages outsourcing work for BCCL. Along with Singh, premises linked to coal traders Anil Goyal and Sanjay Khemka also came under scrutiny.

According to sources, the ED raided a total of 18 locations across Dhanbad, including Singh’s residence “Dev Villa.” During the searches, officials seized several crucial documents, digital records, and financial transaction details believed to be connected to irregularities in coal outsourcin

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