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Tamil Nadu Minister Targets DMK Over Veeramani POCSO Case
Tamil Nadu Minister Aadhav Arjuna accused the DMK of hiding a case involving industrialist R Veeramani.
The case was registered under a law that protects children from sexual offences.
Arjuna asked why the case was closed without an inquiry.
He also alleged that pressure and a large amount of money may have influenced what happened.
These claims have been made by Arjuna and are not established as facts in the report.
The DMK has sought a court order to stop TVK leaders from speaking publicly about the case.
The minister said senior police officers were removed so the new investigation would be independent.
The dispute is part of campaigning for the Madurantakam assembly by-election.
TVK, DMK and AIADMK are competing in that election.
Minister Aadhav Arjuna accused the DMK of suppressing a POCSO case involving industrialist R Veeramani.
Arjuna questioned how an FIR registered on October 7, 2025, was closed without inquiry on February 20, 2026.
He alleged that political or family pressure was involved and claimed Rs 70 crore to Rs 80 crore changed hands.
Arjuna said the Vijay-led administration removed senior police officers to ensure an uncompromised investigation.
The October 6 Madurantakam by-election is expected to be a three-way contest among the TVK, DMK and AIADMK.
- Who
- Tamil Nadu Minister Aadhav Arjuna accused DMK president M K Stalin and his previous government; the allegations concern industrialist R Veeramani.
- What
- A political dispute concerns the closure of a POCSO case, alleged interference and the demand for an uncompromised investigation.
- Where
- The remarks were made at an election rally in Madurantakam, Tamil Nadu.
- When
- Arjuna made the remarks at a rally on Friday, while the report cites an FIR dated October 7, 2025, and closure dated February 20, 2026.
- Why
- Arjuna is seeking an explanation for the case's closure and using the issue during campaigning for the Madurantakam assembly by-election.
Arjuna and TVK claims
DMK and opposing allegations
Case closure
Arjuna and TVK claims
Arjuna alleged that the POCSO case was closed without inquiry during M K Stalin's tenure and demanded an explanation.
DMK and opposing allegations
The report does not provide a response from M K Stalin or the DMK explaining the closure.
Political and financial pressure
Arjuna and TVK claims
Arjuna questioned whether political or family pressure was used and alleged that Rs 70 crore to Rs 80 crore changed hands.
DMK and opposing allegations
The report presents no independent confirmation of the alleged pressure or financial transactions.
Public discussion and investigation
Arjuna and TVK claims
Arjuna said the Vijay-led administration removed senior police officers to ensure an uncompromised probe and promised that the truth would emerge.
DMK and opposing allegations
The DMK sought a High Court injunction to stop TVK leaders from speaking publicly about the Veeramani case.
Key facts
- Accuser
- Tamil Nadu Minister Aadhav Arjuna
- Person named in case
- Industrialist R Veeramani
- FIR date
- October 7, 2025
- Case closure date
- February 20, 2026
- Alleged financial transaction
- Arjuna alleged that Rs 70 crore to Rs 80 crore changed hands.
- By-election date
- October 6
- Competing parties
- TVK, DMK and AIADMK
Quotes
Maragatham Kumaravel
TVK candidate and former Kancheepuram MP speaking at the Madurantakam rally.
“You thought the DMK and the AIADMK had an understanding only at the top level. But in this by-election, look closely during the morning rounds: outside the very same house, a vehicle with a DMK flag arrives, and from that very same spot, a car bearing the AIADMK flag rolls out.”
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“What kind of democracy is this? The women of Tamil Nadu are asking how many minor girls were victimised, and why the case was buried without an inquiry. Under our leader’s rule, all truths will come to light, and exemplary punishments will follow.”
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