Police Question Chartered Accountant Linked to Alleged Codeine Syrup Trafficking Network in Varanasi

According to officials, the police team visited Agarwal’s home, located near Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith, as part of efforts to trace financial transactions and documents that may shed light on the scope of the illegal operation. Investigators are scrutinizing whether any accounting records or filings handled by the CA could be relevant to the ongoing inquiry.

Sources familiar with the development said the visit was conducted to “advance the investigation” and gather clarity on Jaiswal’s financial trail. While officers have not confirmed whether any materials were seized, the questioning is considered a key step in piecing together the alleged supply and distribution network behind the codeine-based cough syrup trafficking case.

The probe continues to expand as police attempt to map out the operational framework, potential financial facilitators, and the broader impact of the contraband trade in the region. Authorities are expected to pursue additional leads as they work to establish accountability and curb the illegal circulation of regulated pharmaceutical substances.