Baby Chakraborty, KalimNews, Kolkata, September 6, 2024: In a significant development in the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital corruption case, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) arrested Prasun Chatterjee, a close associate and self-proclaimed Personal Assistant (PA) of the disgraced former principal Dr. Sandeep Ghosh. The arrest took place in Subhashgram, located in South 24 Parganas district, following a day-long search of multiple properties linked to the corruption scandal.
Early on Friday morning, ED officials, accompanied by central armed forces, descended on Subhashgram and began searching the residence of Prasun Chatterjee. Chatterjee, who worked as a data entry operator at the National Medical College Hospital, has been closely associated with Dr. Sandeep Ghosh and is suspected of playing a key role in facilitating financial irregularities at RG Kar Hospital.
The search operation, which lasted for several hours, resulted in the discovery of incriminating documents and evidence that allegedly tied Chatterjee to the corruption scheme. Following the search, the ED arrested Prasun Chatterjee. Before being taken away by central forces, Chatterjee, when questioned by journalists, stated, “I have told everything that needed to be known,” but refrained from commenting on the extent of Dr. Sandeep Ghosh’s involvement in the financial corruption at RG Kar Hospital.
As Chatterjee was escorted into the ED vehicle, a crowd of neighbors and locals gathered, shouting slogans demanding justice. The “We Want Justice” chants underscored the public outrage surrounding the case, which has seen multiple high-profile figures entangled in allegations of widespread corruption. The arrest of Chatterjee, a relatively low-profile yet pivotal figure, has added another layer of complexity to an already high-stakes investigation.
The ED’s investigation into the RG Kar corruption case has revealed an extensive network of hidden assets and properties allegedly owned by Dr. Sandeep Ghosh. During Friday’s operation, the ED conducted simultaneous searches at at least nine locations, including Ghosh’s personal residence, his in-laws’ house, his sister-in-law’s residence, and properties belonging to his associates in Howrah, such as businessmen Kaushik Kole and Biplab Singhar.
Among the properties unearthed by the ED were a massive resort in Sonarpur and a luxurious garden house in Canning, both of which are believed to be owned by Dr. Ghosh. These properties, reportedly worth crores, are now under the ED’s scrutiny as they attempt to trace the flow of money and uncover the full extent of the financial misconduct.
Prasun Chatterjee’s role in the RG Kar corruption scandal appears to have been multifaceted. According to ED sources, Chatterjee was deeply involved in managing financial transactions and might have acted as a conduit for siphoning off funds. His position as a self-proclaimed PA to Dr. Ghosh gave him access to sensitive information and operational control, which investigators believe he exploited to further the corruption scheme.
The arrest has also raised questions about Chatterjee’s presence at RG Kar Hospital’s seminar hall on a critical day related to the corruption investigation. While details remain unclear, it is suspected that Chatterjee may have been involved in attempts to manipulate or cover up evidence. Sources also reveal that Chatterjee allegedly played a role in attempting to bribe the victim’s family to suppress information related to the case, a claim that has further complicated the investigation.
Adding to the ongoing investigation, CBI officials visited the home of the victim’s parents on Friday to discuss these developments. The parents had previously alleged that DC Central had offered them money to cover up the case, a claim that has raised eyebrows and added another dimension to the already controversial investigation. The CBI is now closely examining these allegations and gathering further evidence to corroborate the claims.
The arrest of Prasun Chatterjee marks a significant turning point in the RG Kar corruption case as the ED continues to unravel a complex web of deceit, corruption, and potential money laundering. With Chatterjee now in custody, the ED is expected to intensify its probe into Dr. Sandeep Ghosh’s financial dealings and connections. The investigation could potentially lead to more arrests and uncover additional hidden assets linked to the scandal.
As the case unfolds, both the ED and CBI are under immense pressure to bring the perpetrators to justice and restore public confidence in the state’s healthcare administration. The investigation into the RG Kar Medical College corruption case continues to be one of the most closely watched legal dramas in recent times, with the public eagerly awaiting further revelations and accountability from those involved.