The Maharashtra government on Tuesday announced the formation of a special investigation team (SIT) to probe the allegations levelled by Shiv Sena leader and Rajya Sabha member Sanjay Raut against Enforcement Directorate (ED) officials of blackmailing and extortion.
The announcement from Home Minister Dilip Walse-Patil comes hours before the ED attached properties belonging to the family members of Mr. Raut, indicating the ‘war’ between the State and the Centre is set to escalate in the coming weeks. Last week, Mr Raut reportedly expressed unhappiness over alleged lack of action by the Mumbai police despite his complaints against ED officials.