Archive · 1 Sep 2025
AIADMK Alleges Political Motivation in TN Police Appointments
After the retirement of the previous top police official, a new acting leader was appointed in Tamil Nadu, sparking criticism.
The AIADMK party is accusing the current government of playing favorites and making choices for political reasons.
They point out that the usual rules for selecting a new police chief might not have been followed.
They are also questioning the CM's trip abroad, as well as the handling of public services like the Amma Canteens.
AIADMK alleges political motivation in appointments of top police officials.
Former DGP Shankar Jiwal was appointed as Chairman of the Fire Commission before retirement.
AIADMK questioned why rules for appointing a new DGP were not followed.
Edappadi K. Palaniswami criticized the current government's actions.
The appointment of G. Venkataraman as acting DGP is questioned.
- Who
- G. Venkataraman, Edappadi K. Palaniswami (AIADMK)
- What
- Controversy over new acting DGP and previous DGP's posting
- When
- Following Shankar Jiwal's retirement (August 31)
- Where
- Tamil Nadu
- Why
- Allegations of political interference in appointments.
Tamil Nadu Government
AIADMK
DGP Appointment
Tamil Nadu Government
Unstated.
AIADMK
Not following proper protocol; politically motivated.
Shankar Jiwal's Appointment
Tamil Nadu Government
Unstated.
AIADMK
Rewarded Shankar Jiwal with a plum post before retirement.
Government Actions
Tamil Nadu Government
Unstated.
AIADMK
Not impartial and favoring officials.
- New Acting DGP
- G Venkataraman
- Former DGP
- Shankar Jiwal
- Allegation
- Political Motivation
- Accuser
- AIADMK
- Current CM
- M.K. Stalin
- Issue
- DGP Appointment Process
