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DVAC Searches K N Nehru Premises in Jobs Case
Officials from the Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption searched places connected to former minister K N Nehru.
The searches happened in Chennai and Tiruchirappalli on Saturday.
Investigators are examining alleged problems in a government department that Nehru once led.
One allegation involves collecting money from people in exchange for government jobs.
The alleged cash-for-jobs scheme is described as being worth Rs 888 crore.
Investigators are also looking at contracts, transfers and postings.
The DVAC had already filed a case naming Nehru, his brothers and other officials.
DMK leader MK Stalin says the searches are politically motivated.
A government minister says anyone involved in corruption must face the law.
The Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption searched properties linked to former DMK minister K N Nehru in Chennai and Tiruchirappalli.
The investigation concerns alleged corruption in the Municipal Administration and Water Supply Department during Nehru’s tenure.
Allegations include a Rs 888 crore cash-for-jobs scheme involving government recruitment, as well as contract, transfer and posting irregularities.
The DVAC previously registered an FIR naming Nehru, his brothers, the DMK principal secretary and several officials.
DMK president MK Stalin called the searches politically motivated, while Tamil Nadu Minister KG Arunraj said the law would take its course.
- Who
- The DVAC is investigating former DMK minister K N Nehru, his brothers, the DMK principal secretary and several officials.
- What
- Officials searched premises in connection with alleged corruption involving recruitment, contracts, transfers and postings.
- Where
- Premises in Chennai and Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, including Nehru’s residence.
- When
- Saturday; the articles do not provide a specific date.
- Why
- The searches relate to alleged irregularities in the Municipal Administration and Water Supply Department during Nehru’s tenure.
DMK and Nehru’s supporters
Tamil Nadu government and investigators
Political motivation
DMK and Nehru’s supporters
MK Stalin called the searches politically motivated and described them as diversionary tactics. DMK spokesperson Saravanan Annadurai called the action vindictive.
Tamil Nadu government and investigators
Tamil Nadu Minister KG Arunraj rejected the suggestion that the investigation should be viewed politically and said anyone involved in corruption must face legal action.
Timing of the searches
DMK and Nehru’s supporters
Stalin questioned why the action was initiated while the case remained before the Madras High Court and while the Assembly session was underway.
Tamil Nadu government and investigators
The articles report that the DVAC proceeded with searches in connection with its corruption investigation; no government response specifically addressing the timing was provided beyond Arunraj’s statement that the law would take its course.
Response to the investigation
DMK and Nehru’s supporters
Stalin said Nehru and the DMK would not be intimidated and would challenge the matter through the law.
Tamil Nadu government and investigators
The DVAC’s case alleges irregularities involving recruitment, contracts, transfers and postings during Nehru’s ministerial tenure.
Key facts
- Investigating agency
- Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC)
- Primary accused named
- Former DMK minister K N Nehru
- Locations searched
- Chennai, Tiruchirappalli and other locations in Tamil Nadu
- Cash-for-jobs allegation
- Rs 888 crore
- Other alleged irregularities
- Contracts worth around Rs 1,020 crore, transfers and postings
- Earlier legal action
- The DVAC registered an FIR under Section 7(c) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, and relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
- Court status
- The Madras High Court proceedings are continuing, and the court previously granted an interim stay on further vigilance action and proceedings against the accused.
Quotes
Dr KG Arunraj
Tamil Nadu minister
“The case is ongoing in the High Court; the Assembly session is also proceeding. In this situation, the state government has initiated a trial action against DMK headquarters secretary brother Thiru. K.N. Nehru solely for political reasons.”
thestatesman.com
“Thiru. @KN_NEHRU and the DMK will not fear any of these gimmicks from the new government. We will confront and triumph over everything through the path of law!”
thestatesman.com
Sources
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