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Liquor Scam Funds in Mumbai Real Estate: 20 Accused in Charge Sheet

By GeoSquare News Desk · Published 2026-10-15

The Chhattisgarh Economic Offence Wing and Anti-Corruption Bureau have filed the 10th supplementary charge sheet in the ongoing liquor scam investigation, naming 20 accused. Investigators have traced a portion of the alleged proceeds to real estate purchases in Mumbai, Kolkata and Rajkot, with property assets emerging as a key investment channel for the funds.

Mumbai property under scrutiny

According to the probe, funds linked to the scam were deployed in residential and commercial projects in Mumbai, along with properties in Kolkata and Rajkot. The inclusion of Mumbai real estate in the charge sheet is significant for Maharashtra buyers and investors, as it highlights how unverified cash flows can enter high-value property markets.

What this means for buyers and investors

For genuine homebuyers, the development underscores the importance of title checks, project approvals and source-of-funds verification before transacting. While the accused face legal action, the properties themselves are not automatically impounded; the final outcome will depend on court orders and attachment proceedings under the relevant laws.

Market watchers say such cases rarely disturb overall Mumbai property demand, but they do push the spotlight onto transparency and compliance. Buyers should continue to rely on registered agreements, clear encumbrance certificates and approved building plans when evaluating a property.

As the investigation progresses, more details may emerge about the exact projects and transaction routes. For now, the key takeaway for Maharashtra investors is to exercise extra diligence in any deal that appears unusually structured or involves multiple intermediaries.