ED Eyes Irregularities at Toll Plazas

The Enforcement Directorate has reportedly intensified its probe into alleged irregularities at toll plazas, conducting simultaneous searches at 14 locations across the country. Investigators suspect that crores of rupees in toll revenue were diverted through the use of unauthorised software applications. The alleged toll collection scam reportedly came to light during a forensic audit, which uncovered suspected irregularities in the revenue management system.

Based on the findings, the ED has registered a case under money laundering provisions and launched a detailed investigation. Officials are examining digital devices, financial transactions and other documents collected during the searches to determine how the alleged unauthorised software was used and how toll revenue was diverted. The investigation into the suspected financial irregularities is continuing.