New Delhi [India], December 18 (ANI): The Enforcement Directorate on Wednesday conducted raids at the residence and office of Khirod Mallik, the deceased brother of senior Biju Janata Dal (BJD) leader Pramila Mallik, in connection with a Rs 231 crore loan fraud case.

According to the sources, the raids are underway at three locations.

Also Read | Real Estate Investments in India Reach Historic High at USD 8.9 Billion in 2024, Shows Substantial 51% Increase From Previous Year's USD 5.8 Billion: JLL.

Khirod is accused of misusing a loan of Rs 231 crore, which was secured in the name of Bharat Integrated Social Welfare Agency (BISWA), an NGO run by him.

Further details are awaited. (ANI)

Also Read | Amit Shah's BR Ambedkar Remarks: Lok Sabha Proceedings Adjourned Till 2 PM Amid Congress Uproar Over Home Minister's Comments on Bhimrao Ambedkar.

(The above story is verified and authored by ANI staff, ANI is South Asia's leading multimedia news agency with over 100 bureaus in India, South Asia and across the globe. ANI brings the latest news on Politics and Current Affairs in India & around the World, Sports, Health, Fitness, Entertainment, & News. The views appearing in the above post do not reflect the opinions of LatestLY)