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I-PAC Director's Representative Aids ED in Data Extraction from Seized Devices
A legal representative for I-PAC director Rishi Raj Singh appeared before the Enforcement Directorate in Delhi to aid in extracting data from devices seized in recent raids. Founded in 2015, I-PAC consults for parties including TMC in West Bengal and DMK in Tamil Nadu. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accused the BJP of using central agencies to sideline the firm in the state.
Apr 20, 9:55 PM·1m read2 sources
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The appearance occurred as part of an ongoing investigation, with the representative helping the investigating officer take a dump of evidence from the devices.
The firm's three founding directors are Rishi Raj Singh, Vinesh Chandel, and Pratik Jain. Vinesh Chandel was recently arrested by the ED. Raids were conducted against Rishi Raj Singh on April 2, during which the gadgets were seized.
“You have so many agencies working for you. I have just one. You are still asking it to go away from Bengal. You should feel ashamed." — CM Mamata Banerjee TMC national spokesperson Derek O'Brien stated that the party is performing well as the second largest opposition party in Parliament and engages agencies for its work. O'Brien noted that the BJP engages multiple agencies including the ED and CBI, and emphasized concern for young people working at the firm to avoid fear of job loss.”
“We are doing well. We are the second largest opposition party in Parliament. We engage agencies. They (BJP) engages 20 more agencies, ED, CBI etc. One must also remember there are young people working... The ED's actions follow the arrest of co-founder Vinesh Chandel and the April 2 raids. No further details on the nature of the investigation were provided in the reports.”
involvement with ruling parties in key states has drawn attention amid upcoming polls. The allegations from Banerjee highlight tensions between state and central government agencies in political matters. O'Brien's comments underscore the potential impact on employment for those associated with the consultancy.
