The family of Pratik Jain, the chief of the political consultancy Indian Political Action Committee (I-PAC), has formally approached the police with a serious allegation. They claim that valuable items were stolen from their Kolkata residence during raids conducted by the Enforcement Directorate (ED). The complaint was filed on Thursday, 8th January 2026.
Details of the Alleged Incident
According to the police complaint lodged by Pratik Jain's family members, the purported theft occurred while officials from the federal probe agency were searching their home. The family has alleged that certain personal belongings and valuables went missing during the course of the ED's operation. The Enforcement Directorate has not yet issued an official statement regarding these specific allegations.
I-PAC's Role and Political Context
The I-PAC, led by Pratik Jain, is a prominent political advocacy group. It is widely known for providing strategic consultancy to the Trinamool Congress (TMC), the ruling party in West Bengal. Beyond election strategy, the I-PAC's services for the TMC extend to managing the party's IT and media operations, making it a key behind-the-scenes player in the state's political landscape.
Ongoing Investigations and Repercussions
The ED raids that prompted the theft complaint are part of a separate investigation, the specifics of which remain undisclosed. The filing of this police complaint adds a new and contentious layer to an already sensitive probe. It raises questions about procedural conduct during such searches and is likely to intensify the political discourse surrounding central agency actions in the state.
Authorities are now tasked with investigating two parallel matters: the original case that led the ED to the premises, and the fresh complaint of theft filed by the occupants. The development is being closely watched, given the high-profile nature of the individuals and the political consultancy involved.
