Madhubani/Patna : A joint team led by the National Investigation Agency (NIA), along with police, SSB and other investigative agencies, sealed 11 premises linked to Bharat Mahaseth and Heera Mahaseth alias Chachi at Duhbi Bazar near the India-Nepal border in Madhubani district on Thursday.
The operation was carried out following a court order. More than two dozen vehicles carrying police personnel and officials reached the market, leading to heightened activity in the area.
NIA-Led Team Conducts Searches
Officials inspected and searched the identified premises as part of the action.
The operation covered multiple properties associated with the two individuals. However, no illegal material was reported to have been recovered during the action.
Bharat Mahaseth’s main grocery shop and warehouse were also sealed following the court’s order.
Police and Multiple Agencies Participate
Several senior police and administrative officials were present during the operation.
Those involved included Madhubani Rural SP Shivam Dhakad, Jainagar DSP Sadanand Kumar, SHO Kartik Bhagat, BDO Anil Kumar and CO Vikas Kumar.
Police personnel from Phulparas, Pandaul and Jainagar police stations were also deployed. Personnel of the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) participated in the operation as well.
Local officials were present to oversee the execution of the court order.
Bharat Mahaseth Arrested in Alleged Fake Currency Case
According to the police, Bharat Mahaseth was arrested on August 2 from Duhbi Bazar in connection with an alleged fake currency case.
Following his arrest, investigative agencies continued examining his alleged links and other activities.
Heera Mahaseth Alias Chachi Arrested in Charas Case
Police said Heera Mahaseth alias Chachi was arrested on September 15 during a joint operation by the Special Task Force (STF) and police in connection with an alleged charas case.
According to police, other cases are also registered against Chachi.
The latest sealing operation is part of the broader investigation into the activities and alleged links of the two individuals.
Investigation Continues
The sealing of the 11 premises was carried out under the court’s direction as investigative agencies continue to examine the alleged network.
Officials have not reported any recovery of illegal material during Thursday’s operation. Further action will depend on the ongoing investigation and findings of the concerned agencies.
