The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted a raid on the properties of Rohan Harmalkar, an independent candidate in the 2022 assembly polls, revealing a significant land scam in Goa. During the operation, documents related to immovable assets valued at more than Rs 600 crore were confiscated, including damning property deeds exceeding Rs 1,000 crore in the sought-after tourist locations of North Goa. The ED’s investigation shed light on the alleged fraudulent activities surrounding the acquisition and ownership of these properties by the candidate. The seizure of such substantial assets has raised questions about the transparency and integrity of the electoral process, especially regarding the financial backgrounds of candidates. This development underscores the importance of thorough scrutiny and monitoring of candidates’ financial dealings to ensure accountability and prevent corrupt practices in the Indian political landscape. The ED’s actions have sent shockwaves through the political circles in Goa, emphasizing the need for stringent measures to combat corruption and malpractice in elections.