Kolkata, March 27 The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has sought details of the officers in charge (OCs) of at least 10 police stations under the Asansol-Durgapur Police Commissionerate as part of its investigation into the alleged coal smuggling case in West Bengal, an official said on Friday.
The ED has written to the Police Commissionerate seeking the names, designations, and tenure details of officers currently posted, as well as those previously in charge, at police stations in Kulti, Raniganj, and Durgapur, he said.
"We have sought comprehensive details of officers posted in these police stations as part of the ongoing investigation. The objective is to examine any possible links with the alleged illegal coal trade," a senior ED officer said.
This move comes as the central agency expands its investigation following allegations against former Budbud police station officer-in-charge (OC) Manoranjan Mondal, who has been declared absconding after he failed to appear before the ED despite multiple summons, he said.
Investigators suspect that, acting on Mondal's instructions, coal mafia operatives deposited money into a bank account, forming a key part of the financial trail under scrutiny. Mondal was issued four notices in connection with the transactions, but he did not comply, officials said.
"The investigation is focused on tracing the money trail and identifying all those involved. Necessary legal action will be taken based on evidence," he added.
The ED had earlier conducted a raid at Mondal's residence in Durgapur on March 11, 2026, but found the premises locked. A notice was subsequently pasted, directing him to appear before the agency.
Officials said the probe is ongoing, with more police personnel now under the scanner as the agency deepens its investigation into the alleged coal smuggling network.