ACB Searches Residence of Jammu Deputy CM's Brother in Mining Sector Probe

The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) conducted a search on February 25, 2026, at the residence of Vijay Choudhary, brother of Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary, in Jammu. The probe relates to allegations of disproportionate assets and possible links to illegal mining activities in the region. Surinder Choudhary, who oversees the mining portfolio, has faced criticism and opposition concerns over enforcement and alleged irregularities in the mining sector. The investigation is ongoing.