CBI raids NDTV chief Prannoy Roy
In confirmed reports which we received early this morning, we learned that the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) ordered a raid at the residence of the main stakeholders of New Delhi Television (NDTV). The raid is currently underway at the residence of Prannoy Roy and Radhika Roy.
Sources confirmed that the raids had begun at about 7.30 AM today morning. The CBI had been planning this “top secret” raid for long. Prannoy along with his wife Radhika are the main shareholders of the of NDTV and Prannoy also served as Managing Director, CEO and Chairman for the company on several occasions.
Reasons behind raid
A top CBI official who chose to stay anonymous said that the raid is behind carried out in other locations too. He also said that the main reason for these raids are the involvement of NDTV and Prannoy Roy in several multi crore cases which is being investigated by the Enforcement Directorate (ED).
In the recent past, NDTV has been facing a series of continuous blows. Just two days ago, NDTV were forced to shut down their channel “NDTV Profit” after its continuous losses and alleged involvement in multi crore tax frauds. More recently, NDTV also received a notice for a Rs 2,030 crore FEMA violation which is also being investigated.
When can we know what is inside?
Over the past few years, there is a growing image among the people that NDTV is becoming more of leftist communism oriented channel rather than just reporting facts as they are. There have been allegations of fake reports, biased reporting and leaning towards certain speakers in debates.
The CBI said that the raids will be carried out throughout the day and may take more time depending on what is found. It will take at least 24 hours before we can come to know is any confidential documents which show illegal activity, or unaccounted sources of income exist.
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