Archive · 24 May 2025
ED Investigates TASMAC Liquor Scam in Tamil Nadu
Imagine a store that only sells alcohol in Tamil Nadu called TASMAC.
The government is investigating claims of a big scam.
It seems some people were changing how much of each type of liquor was available, possibly to make certain brands sell more.
This includes suspicious sales data and possibly taking money through the manipulation of bar licenses.
Officials might have been charging too much.
Investigations reveal misused demand drafts and fake identities to give out licenses.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is investigating a major liquor scam in Tamil Nadu involving the state-run TASMAC.
The alleged scam involves manipulation of liquor supply chains and illegal tendering practices.
Investigations point to collusion between TASMAC officials and certain distilleries, potentially involving kickbacks.
A key figure, Rathesh Raj Shanmugavel, allegedly acted as a power broker influencing TASMAC administration.
The investigation has also exposed a bar license scam, including the use of fraudulently obtained demand drafts.
- Who
- The Enforcement Directorate (ED), TASMAC officials, and potentially connected distilleries
- What
- An investigation into a large-scale liquor scam involving manipulation of supply chains, illegal tendering, and administrative influence.
- When
- Currently ongoing, as reported in recent news.
- Where
- Tamil Nadu, focusing on TASMAC outlets and related financial activities.
- Why
- To investigate alleged financial fraud and corruption within TASMAC.
TASMAC Officials
ED Investigators
Fraud and Corruption
TASMAC Officials
Internal admissions of overcharging customers but minimal enforcement measures.
ED Investigators
Investigating alleged financial fraud, manipulation, and illegal activities.
- Affected Entity
- Tamil Nadu State-Run Liquor Outlets
- Scam Activities
- Manipulation of liquor supply chains, illegal tendering, and administrative influence
- Entities Involved
- TASMAC officials and certain distilleries
- Key Figure
- Rathesh Raj Shanmugavel
- Financial Irregularities
- Bogus purchases, kickbacks, and money laundering
