Mumbai, June 12 -- Bollywood actor Dino Morea appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in Mumbai on Thursday, following a summons related to the ongoing investigation into the alleged Rs 65 crore Mithi River desilting scam.

This development comes after the ED conducted extensive raids in connection with the case.

The actor's involvement in the investigation stems from his alleged association with contractors and officials suspected of embezzling public funds meant for flood prevention and drainage maintenance in Mumbai.

The Mithi River desilting project, initiated by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) and other civic bodies after the disastrous 2005 floods, aimed to ensure better flood management by clearing debris an...