Dino Morea dragged deeper into the Mithi river scam: ED summons him again over 65 cr probe

The Enforcement Directorate has issued a fresh summons to actor Dino Morea in connection with an ongoing investigation into suspected financial irregularities surrounding the Mithi River desilting project. The probe, focused on a Rs 65-crore money laundering case, has already seen Morea appear once before the agency, with a follow-up session now scheduled.

The agency had previously questioned Morea on June 12, following search operations conducted at his Mumbai-based properties earlier in the month. His brother, Santino Morea, was also present during that earlier session. Both were called in after the ED began tracing monetary trails linked to the controversial project.

Investigators are looking into whether funds tied to alleged wrongdoing in the river desilting contracts were redirected to individuals outside the primary accused circle. Sources suggest that the focus has narrowed on interactions between Morea and certain intermediaries allegedly involved in channelling contract-related payments.

One such intermediary is Ketan Kadam, who has been identified as a central figure in the case. Officials are exploring the nature of his long-standing association with Morea and whether this relationship had any bearing on how tenders or contracts were influenced.

The Mithi River desilting work, which plays a critical role in Mumbai’s flood prevention strategy, has come under scrutiny after discrepancies were reported in how public funds were allocated and used. The ED is now examining transaction records, property holdings, and digital communication that may provide clarity on money movement and potential involvement of third parties.

Although no formal charges have been filed against Morea or his brother, their repeated summons indicates the agency’s intent to deepen its understanding of their financial ties and possible roles in the unfolding case. The investigation is part of a larger push by central agencies to crack down on alleged misuse of government contracts in civic infrastructure projects.

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