Kolkata’s high-profile Sona Pappu case has taken a new turn. Despite repeatedly appearing live on social media while evading authorities, Sona Pappu—also known as Biswajit Poddar from Kasba—remains out of reach of the Enforcement Directorate (ED).
According to recent developments, the ED has now summoned a senior police officer from the state as well as a Kolkata-based businessman for questioning. This move indicates that investigators are widening their probe into the money-laundering allegations surrounding Pappu, who has managed to stay beyond the ED’s grasp despite multiple attempts to track him down.
The case has already drawn significant public attention, not only because of Pappu’s flamboyant appearances online while absconding, but also due to the suspected involvement of influential figures. With the latest summons, the ED is expected to intensify its investigation and uncover deeper links in the network surrounding the accused.
On April 1, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) carried out searches at a total of eight locations. During the raid at Sona Pappu’s residence, officials seized approximately ₹1.47 crore in cash. They also recovered gold and silver jewelry valued at ₹67.64 lakh. In addition, one of Pappu’s cars was confiscated along with a pistol.
That same day, ED sources reported that cash was also recovered from the home of businessman Joy Kamdar. Now, the agency has issued a summons to him as part of the ongoing investigation.
In a significant development, the ED has also summoned IPS officer Gaurav Lal. Lal, who previously served as Deputy Commissioner in Kolkata Police, is currently posted with the Howrah Police.
This expansion of the probe suggests that investigators are looking closely at both business and law enforcement connections linked to the case.
