Quid Pro Quo: BJP and Ajay Piramal
The article critically examines the alleged political and financial nexus between industrialist Ajay Piramal and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), suggesting a quid pro quo arrangement. It highlights the 2018 Flashnet scam, where Piramal Group’s acquisition of Flashnet Info Solutions at an inflated price coincided with Union Minister Piyush Goyal’s appointment, raising questions about potential political influence. Additionally, the piece discusses Piramal’s significant electoral bond contributions to the BJP and his acquisition of Dewan Housing Finance Corporation Limited (DHFL) at a substantial discount, alleging preferential treatment facilitated by political connections. The article also touches upon environmental concerns related to Piramal’s industrial activities and the use of legal measures to suppress dissent, portraying a pattern of corporate-state collusion undermining democratic accountability.
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