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On 4 May 2025, A. Ashvathaman, the State Secretary of the Tamil Nadu BJP, launched a scathing attack on the DMK government, accusing it of large-scale corruption and misuse of power in implementing key central welfare schemes — the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) and the Jal Jeevan Mission.

In his statement, Ashvathaman claimed that while Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government is working tirelessly to provide housing for all and ensure clean drinking water through these flagship programs, the DMK regime is undermining these efforts through widespread irregularities and malpractice.

“Under PMAY, over 2.69 crore houses have been built nationwide, benefitting millions of economically weaker families. However, in Tamil Nadu, the scheme is riddled with corruption, with allocations being manipulated through bribery and political favoritism,” Ashvathaman alleged.

He further charged that bribes ranging from ₹10,000 to ₹15,000 are being demanded even for basic water connections under the Jal Jeevan Mission.

Citing a specific instance in the Thiruvelliyangudi Panchayat of Thanjavur district, Ashvathaman pointed to a scam involving the panchayat president, who is reportedly affiliated with the DMK. Despite a directive from the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court to file a criminal case, Ashvathaman said no action has been taken so far.

“Instead of addressing the corruption, residents who have sought justice are being intimidated and slapped with false police cases,” he alleged.

Ashvathaman described these tactics as “anti-democratic” and “authoritarian”, urging the DMK government to stop harassing whistleblowers, uphold the rule of law, and take immediate corrective steps to restore public trust in governance.

The BJP’s accusations come at a time when the party has revived its alliance with the AIADMK after contesting the 2024 Lok Sabha elections separately.

In the 2021 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, the BJP-AIADMK alliance won four seats, but in the recent Lok Sabha polls, the DMK-led INDIA bloc swept all the seats. With the alliance now back in place, the BJP is ramping up its opposition campaign against the ruling DMK in anticipation of the 2026 Assembly elections.

Original Excerpts of Ashvathaman’s Statement: “Police intimidating the public who raise complaints against corruption. DMK government’s lawless attitude! In line with the great vision that every citizen in Bharat should be guaranteed a home, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has been implementing the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY). Under this scheme, many poor, homeless people across the country are receiving financial aid of up to 2.67 lakh to build homes. So far, over 2.69 crore people nationwide have benefited from this scheme and built homes. Similarly, to ensure safe drinking water for everyone, tap water connections are being provided across the country under the Jal Jeevan Mission, another initiative led by the Prime Minister. Under these schemes, the responsibility of selecting beneficiaries lies with the state governments.”

“However, in Tamil Nadu, several irregularities and corrupt practices have been reported in various regions. Bribes are being taken for house allotments, and houses are being allocated based on favoritism. Allegations have surfaced in several areas that bribes ranging from ₹10,000 to 15,000 are being demanded to provide drinking water connections. When the public raises complaints against such corruption, instead of taking action against the guilty, the DMK’s so-called Dravidian model government threatens the complainants with false cases. For instance, in Thiruvalliyangudi Panchayat under Thiruppanandal Union in Thanjavur district, a massive corruption scam was exposed involving the DMK-affiliated Panchayat President in the allocation of homes,” he added.

“The Madurai Bench of the High Court had ordered in 2023 that a case be registered regarding the issue. Since the order was not implemented, a contempt of court petition was filed by the public. The court then issued strict directives to file cases against the involved DMK Panchayat President and officials. Following this, on 07.04.2025, the Thanjavur District Collector ordered that a criminal case be filed against the DMK Panchayat President for illegal home allocation. However, to this day, no case has been filed. Now, when members of the public went to the District Collector demanding justice, 12 of them were threatened with false cases by the police under the DMK regime. This has caused widespread anger among the local people. Even though the High Court has issued repeated orders to file cases against the DMK Panchayat President involved in corruption in the PMAY scheme, the Dravidian model DMK government has failed to take action. Instead, it is intimidating the public who are demanding justice by threatening them with false cases,” he further added.

“This authoritarian behavior raises serious questions about whether rule of law, human rights, and basic rights still exist in Tamil Nadu. Similarly, in M. Agaram village in Virudhachalam, Cuddalore district, when the public questioned why money was being demanded to provide tap water connections under the Jal Jeevan Mission, the police called them to the station and intimidated them severely. People are being threatened with jail and legal cases if they question the corruption in central government schemes like the PMAY or the Jal Jeevan Mission in Tamil Nadu. Using the police to threaten the public with false cases when they question irregularities in central schemes is an anti-democratic trend. This raises the question: Is this a democracy or a dictatorship? The DMK government must immediately stop this dangerous practice of threatening whistleblowers with false cases and must take action on the corruption complaints without delay. All democratic forces must unite to oppose these irregularities,” he further said.

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After exposing the theatrics of the ruling DMK government’s latest attempt to blame the BJP-led Central Government for reducing MGNREGA funds, on 29 March 2025, Tamil Nadu BJP President K Annamalai raised critical questions to Chief Minister MK Stalin, asked when the CM would fulfill his election promise of providing 100 to 150 days of work to the people and whether he would authorize a CBI investigation into the widespread corruption in the MGNREGA scheme in Tamil Nadu, citing irregularities in a panchayat in Erode district as an example.

On 30 March 2025, Annamalai took to his official X account to urge Chief Minister MK Stalin to respond to the following questions, asking, “Tamil Nadu CM Thiru @mkstalin should answer the following questions.

  1. Tamil Nadu has received a historically high allocation of ₹39,339 Crores from our Central Government under the able leadership of our Hon PM Thiru @narendramodi avl in the last four years under the MGNREGA Scheme. Thiru @mkstalin, since you’ve now been caught in the web of irregularities in the scheme’s execution, would you issue consent to the CBI to investigate the rampant corruption in the scheme in Tamil Nadu? We have given one sample village for the people to understand the magnitude of this corruption.
  2. Are you aware that the states with three times or five times more rural populations have received lesser funds than Tamil Nadu under the MGNREGA scheme?
  3. When do you plan to fulfill the poll promise of increasing the MGNREGA workdays from 100 to 150? Thiru @mkstalin, your party has looted funds that were meant for our hardworking people. DMK is not just corrupt; it is conniving, cruel, divisive and corrupt.

MGNREGA irregularity in one panchayat in Erode District in Tamil Nadu.”

The attached document titled “Irregularities in the execution of MGNREGA” states, “In the last four years since the DMK Government came to power, MGNREGA has been used as a scheme for political purposes. Wages are paid to people who attended DMK public meetings and also to people who never turned up for work. Hard-working people are today facing the brunt of these DMK irregularities. In the last four years, the central government has transferred a total of 3,60,505 Crores. Of this, 10 States in the country have received 2,57,432 Crores. The money paid to Tamil Nadu is equivalent to the combined sum of money paid to Maharashtra (12,065 Crores), Telangana (14,424 Crores), and Chhattisgarh (13,444 Crores). Tamil Nadu has received the highest fund allocation in this scheme in the country. The total funds transferred to Tamil Nadu in the last four years is 39,339 Crores. This is higher than Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, which have higher rural populations than Tamil Nadu. The amount of money paid to Tamil Nadu and Kerala is abnormally high, considering their lesser rural population and the fact that Tamil Nadu is supposedly an Industrialised state. Even based on the rural population per capita, the amount of money paid to Tamil Nadu is five times more than that of Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. The recent outstanding dues to be paid to each state show the actual picture of why there is such a difference. Of the overall dues pending for the State of Tamil Nadu, wages is 74% of the overall due. This is exactly the opposite of the National average”

MGNREGA Irregularities Reported in a Panchayat in Erode District, Tamil Nadu

The document details serious irregularities in the implementation of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) in a panchayat in Erode District, Tamil Nadu, involving Project Coordinator V. Ganesan and his accomplices. The allegations claim that they manipulated attendance records to create fake worker attendance, thereby embezzling lakhs of rupees.

Irregularities in Attendance Records

The following instances highlight the misuse of attendance registers:

  1. 07.09.2023: V. Ganesan marked himself as on duty during working hours while actually attending a political party-affiliated district agricultural workers’ union meeting in Trichy.
  2. 11.01.2024: He falsely recorded his attendance as being on duty while attending a Pongal gift distribution event in the Gopi assembly constituency alongside a political party’s union secretary.
  3. 08.02.2024: He marked himself present during working hours while participating in a welfare scheme distribution ceremony in Erode.
  4. 10.02.2024: He registered his presence as being on duty during a political party’s election manifesto preparation meeting in Avinashi.
  5. 08.03.2024: He falsely recorded his attendance during working hours while attending a political event in Chennai with the union secretary.

Formal Complaints and Government Response

On 15 March 2024, a formal complaint was lodged with the Gopichettipalayam Block Development Officer, supported by relevant evidence. Subsequently, complaints were also filed with the Election Commission of India and the District Collector on 20 March 2024, highlighting the misuse of a government job for political campaigning. The complaints were registered under Complaint Nos.: 778571, 778548, and 778588.

Following the investigation, the District Collector ordered legal action against V. Ganesan. The Block Development Officer interrogated him, after which V. Ganesan resigned from his government position on 12 March 2024. However, no legal action was pursued against him, with government officials citing his resignation as the reason for the lack of further action.

Complicity and Embezzlement

The complainant alleges that higher government officials may have been complicit in allowing V. Ganesan to escape accountability. Despite clear evidence of irregularities and embezzlement of significant funds, no recovery was made, and no legal proceedings were initiated against him.

The complainant has urged for a thorough investigation into the matter, requesting accountability not only for V. Ganesan but also for senior government officials who allegedly failed to take appropriate action. The investigation should also address the recovery of the embezzled funds.

Embezzlement Case: Involvement of Project Coordinator V. Ganesan and his Accomplices in Falsifying Attendance Records to Misappropriate Lakhs of Rupees. The details of the irregularity are outlined below.

In Embezzlement Case 1, one of the workers named Priyadarshini, wife of Sivanandam from Pudukaraipur. According to the records, Priyadarshini had zero actual working days in both the 2021/2022 and 2022/2023 periods, yet a total of 99 fake working days were registered in the 2023/2024 period. This fraudulent activity led to the embezzlement of ₹26,755. The manipulation of attendance registers was not an isolated incident, but part of a larger scheme designed to siphon off government funds through fake entries and ghost workers.

Embezzlement Case 2, involves a worker named Sakunthalamani, also known as Sakunthala, wife of Subramanium from Pudukaraipurudur. It is alleged that the worker never reported to work even a single day yet records falsely show 24 days of work in the 2020/2021 period, earning ₹4,800, and zero working days in 2021/2022. In 2022/2023, she was falsely credited with 99 days of work, earning ₹24,750, and again 99 days of work in 2023/2024, totaling ₹26,730. This fraudulent activity resulted in the embezzlement of ₹56,280. Interestingly, Sakunthala owns a broken rice retail shop, which raises questions about the legitimacy of her registration under the MGNREGA scheme. This case highlights how government funds were siphoned off using fake entries, exploiting the system’s vulnerabilities.

Embezzlement Case 3 involves Suguna, the wife of Varadarajan from Pudukaraipurudur, who was falsely recorded as present for 64 days in 2022/2023 and 98 days in 2023/2024, totaling 162 fake working days. Notably, Suguna did not report to work even once and resides in Nallampatti, far from the village where her job card was registered. This led to an embezzlement of ₹42,160. The fraudulent claim raises concerns about the misuse of the scheme to divert funds meant for genuine rural workers.

Embezzlement Case 4 involves Saraswati, the wife of Venkatachalam from Kulavikaradu, was listed as present for 53 days in 2022/2023 and 100 days in 2023/2024, accumulating a total of 153 fake working days. Saraswati never reported to work at all, and her connection to the Project Coordinator V. Ganesan as his mother—raises serious questions. This fraudulent activity resulted in the embezzlement of ₹40,265, highlighting the potential for conflicts of interest within the administrative framework overseeing MGNREGA.

In Embezzlement Case 5, Poongodi, wife of Velusamy from Pudukaraipurudur, has been falsely credited with a total of 240 working days across the years 2022/2023, 2023/2024, and 2024/2025, amounting to an embezzled sum of ₹61,170. Records show 41 days in 2022/2023, 99 days in 2023/2024, and 100 days in 2024/2025, despite Poongodi having reported to work for no more than 15 days in reality. Notably, she is the mother of a worksite in-charge and her job card was exploited to siphon off government funds.

In Embezzlement Case 6, Mageshwari, wife of Chinasamy from Kulavikaradu, was fraudulently recorded with 226 working days over the years 2022/2023, 2023/2024, and 2024/2025, leading to an embezzlement of ₹58,720. The records falsely claim 100 days in 2022/2023, 95 days in 2023/2024, and 31 days in 2024/2025. In reality, Mageshwari has not reported for any work under the MGNREGA scheme as she has been employed at a petrol bunk for the past five years. Her job card was misused to channel government funds for personal gain.

In Embezzlement Case 7, Sangeetha, wife of Thangamani from Kulavikaradu, was fraudulently credited with a total of 221 working days between 2022/2023 and 2024/2025, amounting to an embezzled sum of ₹57,770. The attendance records show 80 days in 2022/2023, 99 days in 2023/2024, and 42 days in 2024/2025. However, Sangeetha has never reported to work under the MGNREGA scheme as she is engaged in agriculture, and her husband works as a mechanic in the government transport department. Her job card was illicitly used to divert government funds.

In the case of Embezzlement 8, it was found that Nallammal, wife of Chinnasamy from Kulavikaradu, had her job card (No. TN-10-015-0 13-013/519-A) used to falsely record attendance for a total of 201 days across three financial years—98 days in 2022/2023, 99 days in 2023/2024, and 4 days in 2024/2025. Despite these fraudulent entries, she never reported to work even a single day. Nallammal, identified as a daily wage worker, had her job card exploited to embezzle ₹52,370 from government funds.

Similarly, in Embezzlement 9, Chellammaal, wife of Chellappaka Vundar from Pudukaraipurudur, was found to have her job card (No. TN-10-015-0 13-002/728-A) used to record 170 fake working days over three years—71 days in 2022/2023, 95 days in 2023/2024, and 4 days in 2024/2025. Chellammaal has never reported to work and is engaged in agriculture. The fraudulent entries resulted in an embezzlement of ₹44,540.

In Embezzlement 10, Kavitha, wife of Selvaraj from Pudukaraipurudur, had her job card (No. TN-10-015-0 13-002/712-A) used to falsely claim 164 days of work across three years—61 days in 2022/2023, 97 days in 2023/2024, and 6 days in 2024/2025. Interestingly, Kavitha has not worked even a single day under the MGNREGA scheme as she is employed in a private company and receives PF and ESI benefits through her employer. Her job card was misused to embezzle ₹43,060 in government funds.

In Embezzlement Case 11, Karuppayal, wife of Kolanthasamy with job card number TN-10-015-0 13-013/373-A, had her attendance falsely recorded for a total of 95 days across three financial years—25 days in 2022/2023, 49 days in 2023/2024, and 21 days in 2024/2025. Despite these fraudulent entries, she never reported to work even a single day. Notably, Karuppayal was on bed rest for two years due to a fractured leg and has only been attending work for the past two weeks in 2024/2025. Her job card was exploited to embezzle ₹25,165 from government funds.

In Embezzlement Case 12, Kunjayal, wife of Kittusamy with job card number TN-10-015-0 13-013/672-A, was falsely credited with 211 days of work over three years—98 days in 2022/2023, 99 days in 2023/2024, and 14 days in 2024/2025. However, she never reported to work even a single day. Kunjayal, identified as a daily wage worker, has only been attending work for a few days in 2024/2025. Her job card was misused to embezzle ₹55,340 from government resources.

In Embezzlement Case 13, Punitha, wife of an unidentified individual with job card number TN-10-015-0 13-002/865-A, had her attendance falsely recorded for a total of 111 days across three years—30 days in 2021/2022, 0 days in 2023/2024, and 81 days in 2024/2025. Punitha never reported to work, as she is employed in a private mill. Her job card was fraudulently used to embezzle ₹29,700 in government funds.

In Embezzlement Case 14, Vasanthi, wife of Vellinagiri from Kulavikaradu, was fraudulently credited with 113 days of work across two financial years—41 days in 2022/2023, 99 days in 2023/2024 and 6 days in 2024/2025. Despite these entries, she never reported to work even a single day. Her job card was misused to embezzle a total of ₹29,690 from government funds.

In Embezzlement Case 15, Devi, wife of Balasubramaniam from Kulavikaradu, had her attendance falsely recorded for 101 days over three years—66 days in 2020/2021, 32 days in 2022/2023, and 3 days in 2023/2024. However, she did not report to work on any of these days. Her job card, TN-10-015-0 13-013/633-A, was exploited to embezzle ₹24,138 from government resources.

In Embezzlement Case 16, Jothimani, wife of Chinnasamy from Ellamadai, was falsely credited with 199 days of work across three years—0 days in 2021/2022, 99 days in 2022/2023, and 100 days in 2023/2024. Despite these records, she never reported to work. Her job card, TN-10-015-0 13-013/258-A, was used to embezzle ₹51,665 from the government’s funds.

In Embezzlement Case 17, Sivakami, wife of Nagaraj from Ellamadai, was falsely credited with 141 days of work across three financial years—32 days in 2021/2022, 57 days in 2022/2023, and 52 days in 2023/2024. Despite these entries, she never reported to work even a single day. Her job card, TN-10-015-0 13-013/323-A, was exploited to embezzle a total of ₹35,630 from government funds.

In Embezzlement Case 18, Amsa, wife of Moorthy from Ellamadai, had her attendance fraudulently recorded for 126 days—33 days in 2021/2022, 81 days in 2022/2023, and 12 days in 2023/2024. However, she did not report to work during any of these days. Her job card, TN-10-015-0 A 13-013/332-A, was used to siphon off ₹31,210 from government resources.

In Embezzlement Case 19, Radha, wife of Thangaraj from Pudukaraipurudur, was falsely credited with 237 days of work over three years—93 days in 2021/2022, 54 days in 2022/2023, and 90 days in 2023/2024. She has not reported to work even once, despite being registered under the MGNREGA scheme. Her job card, TN-10-015-0 13-013/543-A, was misused to embezzle ₹62,064 from government funds.

In Embezzlement Case 20, Eshwari, wife of Ramasamy from Pudukaraipurudur, was falsely recorded as present for 21 days over three financial years—0 days in 2021/2022, 0 days in 2022/2023, and 21 days in 2023/2024. Despite these entries, she never reported to work even a single day. Interestingly, she is employed at Uzhavan Cafe, which raises questions about the legitimacy of her registration under the MGNREGA scheme. Her job card, TN-10-015-0 13-013/628-A, was manipulated to embezzle ₹5,670 from government funds.

In Embezzlement Case 21, Murugayal, wife of Palanisamy from Pudukaraipurudur, was credited with 173 days of work—22 days in 2021/2022, 74 days in 2022/2023, and 77 days in 2023/2024—despite not having reported to work even once. Her job card, TN-10-015-0 13-002/794-A, was used to siphon off ₹44,570 in total government funds through fraudulent attendance records.

In Embezzlement Case 22, Nanjammal, wife of Kaaliyannakavundar from Kulavikaradu, was credited with 57 days of work—had her attendance falsely recorded for 27 days in 2021/2022, 30 days in 2022/2023, and 0 days in 2023/2024, despite never reporting to work. Her job card, TN-10-015-0 13-014/816-A, was manipulated to embezzle ₹13,980 from government resources.

In Embezzlement Case 23, Jayanthi, wife of Sivakumar from Kulavikaradu, was falsely recorded as present for 143 days over three financial years—29 days in 2021/2022, 18 days in 2022/2023, and 96 days in 2023/2024—despite never reporting to work. Her job card, TN-10-015-0 13-014/821-A, was manipulated to embezzle ₹37,380 from government funds.

In Embezzlement Case 24, Rajeshwari, wife of Angurajan from Pudukaraipurudur, had her attendance fraudulently marked for 263 days—89 days in 2021/2022, 79 days in 2022/2023, and 95 days in 2023/2024—without ever reporting to work. She is employed at a school, which raises concerns about the misuse of MGNREGA job cards. Her job card, TN-10-015-0 13-002/947-A, was used to embezzle a total of ₹66,660.

In Embezzlement Case 25, Nageshwari, wife of Periyasamy from Thottipalayam, was falsely credited with 80 days of work—0 days in 2022/2023, 48 days in 2023/2024, and 32 days in 2024/2025—despite not reporting to work at all and being the mother-in-law of a job site in-charge, her job card, TN-10-015-0 13-013/40-A, was manipulated to embezzle ₹21,610 from government resources.

In Embezzlement Case 26, Maragatham, wife of Velliangiri from Kulavikaradu, was falsely marked present for 255 days across three financial years—94 days in 2021/2022, 71 days in 2022/2023, and 90 days in 2023/2024—despite never reporting to work. Her job card, TN-10-015-0 13-014/1004-A, was manipulated to embezzle a total of ₹64,480 from government funds.

In Embezzlement Case 27, Punitha, wife of Sekar from Kulavikaradu, had her attendance fraudulently recorded for 236 days—48 days in 2022/2023, 98 days in 2023/2024, and 90 days in 2024/2025—without ever reporting to work. Her job card, TN-10-015-0 13-013/101-A, was used to embezzle ₹62,745 from government resources.

In Embezzlement Case 28, Anjalidevi, wife of Chinnan from Kulavikaradu, was falsely credited with 141 days of work—62 days in 2021/2022, 56 days in 2022/2023, and 23 days in 2023/2024—despite not reporting to work at all. Her job card, TN-10-015-0 13-013/102-A, facilitated the embezzlement of ₹36,936.

In Embezzlement Case 29, Mageshwari, wife of Chinnasamy from Kulavikaradu, was falsely recorded as present for 226 days—100 days in 2022/2023, 95 days in 2023/2024, and 31 days in 2024/2025—without reporting to work. Her job card, TN-10-015-0 13-013/545-A, was manipulated to embezzle ₹58,720 from government funds.

In Embezzlement Case 30, Palaniammal, wife of Karuppusamy from Puthukaraipudur, was falsely marked present for 100 days in the year 2023/2024, despite never reporting to work. Her job card, TN-10-015-0 13-014/953-A, was manipulated to embezzle ₹27,015 from government funds.

In Embezzlement Case 31, Sumathi, wife of Vivekanandan from Puthukaraipudur, was falsely credited with 118 days of work—12 days in 2021/2022, 16 days in 2022/2023, and 90 days in 2023/2024—despite not reporting to work for more than 15 days in total. She is employed as a power loom worker in a company and also operates a power loom at home. Her job card, TN-10-015-0 13-002/1026-A, was used to embezzle ₹31,180 from government resources.

In Embezzlement Case 32, Arukkani, wife of Kanniyappan from Puthukaraipudur, was fraudulently recorded as present for 152 days—11 days in 2022/2023, 90 days in 2023/2024, and 52 days in 2024/2025—without ever reporting to work. A daily wage worker, her job card, TN-10-015-0 13-013/565-A, was manipulated to embezzle ₹41,270 from government funds.

In Embezzlement Case 33, Sangeetha, wife of Ramesh from Puthukaraipudur, was falsely marked present for 77 days— 0 days in 2021/2022, 42 days in 2022/2023, and 35 days in 2023/2024—despite not reporting to work even once. She has not resided in the village for the past three years. Her job card, TN-10-015-0 13-002/724-A, was manipulated to embezzle ₹19,650 from government funds.

In Embezzlement Case 34, Ranganayaki, wife of Boopathu from Kulavikaradu, was fraudulently recorded as present for 208 days—75 days in 2021/2022, 88 days in 2022/2023, and 45 days in 2023/2024—without ever reporting to work. She has been employed as a part-time worker under the Makkalai Thedi Maruthuvam scheme for the past 3.5 years. Her job card, TN-10-015-0 13-014/931-A, was misused to embezzle ₹51,545 from government resources.

The preliminary investigation has uncovered a coordinated fraud under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGA), involving the fabrication of attendance records for non-existent workers. This massive misappropriation of government funds, totaling ₹14,11,103 (Fourteen Lakh Eleven Thousand Hundred and Three only), was carried out with the connivance of Mr. V. Ganesan, the MGNREGA project coordinator of Gopi Panchayat, along with the then work site in-charges.

These cases highlight a recurring pattern of embezzlement through fake attendance entries, where job cards of individuals who were either inactive, working elsewhere, or unable to work due to physical constraints were manipulated to divert government funds unlawfully.

This revelation by TN BJP Chief Annamalai comes against the backdrop of the DMK’s announcement of statewide protests against the Union Government. The DMK is spearheading demonstrations across Tamil Nadu, criticizing the Union Government for withholding ₹4,304 crores owed to the state under the 100-day work guarantee scheme. Protests are being held at 1,170 locations across 850 DMK union branches, with active participation from individuals involved in the 100-day work scheme.

Chief Minister MK Stalin, through his official X account, stated, “Today, the DMK stood shoulder to shoulder with lakhs of rural #MGNREGS workers across 1,600 protest sites in Tamil Nadu, raising one thunderous question to the Union BJP Government: #WhereIsOurMoney? Denying funds meant for wages to those who toiled under the scorching sun is not just an administrative failure. It is cruelty.* The #SadistBJP Government is deliberately withholding the funds, punishing the rural poor of Tamil Nadu for rejecting them at the ballot. Release the pending Rs. 4,034 crore in #MGNREGA funds owed to us immediately. *Stop this political sadism* against the people of Tamil Nadu.”

In response, Annamalai criticized the DMK for what he described as political “drama,” asserting that the people of Tamil Nadu were growing tired of the government’s antics. He pointed out that Tamil Nadu had received the highest allocation under MGNREGA, totaling ₹39,339 crores over the past four years. Despite this substantial funding, the government faced allegations of overlooking reports of fund misuse and administrative lapses. Later, Annamalai revealed widespread irregularities in the MGNREGA scheme across the state, highlighting the extent of the mismanagement.

Annamalai through his social media post, stated, “DMK Minister Thiru KKSSR Ramachandran is known for hitting women with petition when they seek solutions to their problems. Today, he sped at lightning speed after being questioned by our @BJP4TamilNadu  functionary Smt Meena avl about why he called for a Gram Sabha meeting and converted it into a protest against the Central Govt demanding funds for MGNREGA. The people of TN know well that under the MGNREGA, TN has received the highest allocation of ₹39,339 Crores in our country in the last four years, and the DMK Govt has turned a blind eye towards complaints of irregularities in the scheme’s execution and the misappropriation of funds by corrupt DMK functionaries. The people of TN have had enough of DMK’s drama.”

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]]> Amit Shah Accuses DMK Of Using Language Politics To Divert Attention From Corruption https://thecommunemag.com/amit-shah-accuses-dmk-of-using-language-politics-to-divert-attention-from-corruption/ Fri, 21 Mar 2025 15:04:54 +0000 https://thecommunemag.com/?p=110824 Union Home Minister Amit Shah, on 21 March 2025, criticized the ruling DMK in Tamil Nadu, accusing the party of fueling linguistic divisions to divert attention from corruption allegations. Speaking in the Rajya Sabha during a discussion on the Home Ministry’s functioning, Shah alleged that the DMK was intentionally creating controversy over language issues to […]

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah, on 21 March 2025, criticized the ruling DMK in Tamil Nadu, accusing the party of fueling linguistic divisions to divert attention from corruption allegations. Speaking in the Rajya Sabha during a discussion on the Home Ministry’s functioning, Shah alleged that the DMK was intentionally creating controversy over language issues to serve its political interests.

“They exploit language-related sentiments to mask their corruption. Every language in India is a precious jewel. Are they suggesting that we oppose the languages of the South? Those engaging in politics over language have their own hidden agenda,” Shah stated.

The Home Minister further alleged that the DMK was fostering linguistic divisions in the country. He emphasized the central government’s commitment to promoting all regional languages through the newly established Indian Languages Section under the Department of Official Language. To counter attempts to create discord over language, he stated that the government has launched this initiative to strengthen the use of regional languages, ensuring that official communication will be conducted in the respective languages of the people.

He said, “I would like to say something so that those who divide the country in the name of language do not get their agenda. Under the Department of Official Language, Narendra Modi Govt has set up Indian Languages Section which will work to enhance the usage of all Indian languages – Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Gujarati, Punjabi, Assamese, Bengali, all languages. After December, I will have written correspondence with citizens, CMs, Ministers and MPs in their own language. This is a strong reply to those who run their shops in the name of language to hide their corruption…What are they saying? That we oppose languages of the south? How can this be possible?…I come from Guajrat, Nirmala Sitharanan from Tamil Nadu. How can we oppose this? What are you saying? We have worked for languages.”

Referring to Tamil Nadu’s stance on education in regional languages, Shah challenged the state government, stating, “I would like to tell Tamil Nadu Government – we have been saying for two years that you do not have the courage to translate medical and engineering study material into Tamil…You cannot do this. When an NDA govt comes to power (in Tamil Nadu), we will provide medical and engineering course in Tamil, in Tamil Nadu.”

Taking a swipe at DMK’s language politics, he added, “I would like to tell those who spread poison in the name of language that you like languages from thousands of kilometres away but you do not language of India…I have said this again and again Hindi has no competition with any other Indian language. Hindi is a friend of all Indian languages, all Indian languages strengthen from Hindi and Hindi strengthens from all Indian languages.”

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]]> Following BJP TN’s Path, TVK Chief Vijay Orders Party To Prepare Dossier On DMK Corruption, ADMK Corruption To Also Be Mentioned https://thecommunemag.com/following-bjp-tns-path-tvk-chief-vijay-orders-party-to-document-dmk-corruption/ Tue, 12 Nov 2024 09:44:06 +0000 https://thecommunemag.com/?p=96076 In what seems to be a move to replicate the political strategy of the Tamil Nadu BJP, Kollywood actor turned politician Vijay has directed the executives of his Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) party to compile a dossier containing detailed information and supporting evidence about alleged corruption involving DMK members across the state. According to reports, […]

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In what seems to be a move to replicate the political strategy of the Tamil Nadu BJP, Kollywood actor turned politician Vijay has directed the executives of his Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) party to compile a dossier containing detailed information and supporting evidence about alleged corruption involving DMK members across the state. According to reports, he has also called for listing corruption cases among ADMK leaders. Sources indicate that Vijay plans to compile these reports by department and submit them to the Governor.

At the party’s inaugural conference on 27 October 2024, Vijay accused a “single family” of misusing power and engaging in corruption under the guise of a “Dravidian model government.”

While Vijay criticized CM Stalin and several ministers, ADMK officials have distanced themselves from exposing the widespread corruption they claim is occurring openly in districts across Tamil Nadu.

Vijay, however, expressed his commitment to uncovering the truth. He has been in constant consultations with administrators and has resolved to investigate and expose the DMK’s corruption and misconduct.

He instructed party officials to collect details of any corrupt activities by government and party figures regularly. However, Vijay cautioned that any complaints filed without solid evidence would result in legal action.

Based on the evidence gathered, Vijay intends to create a detailed corruption dossier and submit it to the Governor. He views this as a significant political move, positioning it as his first major political action since the party’s convention. Vijay aims to hold the ruling party accountable for its alleged misconduct, which he claims has been carried out covertly to avoid public scrutiny.

Vijay has clarified that he is not interested in engaging in rhetoric but believes that tangible evidence will be more compelling than mere statements.

A key TVK official noted that the current political scenario reminded them of MGR’s historic submission of a corruption list to the Governor fifty years ago, which changed the course of Tamil Nadu politics. They anticipate a similar political shift before the 2026 elections. Meanwhile, Tamil Nadu BJP President Annamalai also presented a corruption list to the Governor. When questioned about any significant change since then, he advised supporters to “wait and see.”

(With inputs from Dinamalar)

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]]> Dravidianist Film Director Vasanthabalan Justifies And Normalizes Corruption https://thecommunemag.com/dravidianist-film-director-vasanthabalan-justifies-and-normalizes-corruption/ Tue, 28 May 2024 07:31:20 +0000 https://thecommunemag.com/?p=77355 Dravidianists in Kollywood using cinema as a tool to vilify Hindus, glorify Dravidian ideologues and propagate Dravidian propaganda of so-called ‘social justice’, ‘rationalism’ and what not, is nothing new. However, this time, a DMK sympathizing filmmaker Vasanthabalan has gone on to justify political corruption. Vasanthabalan shot to fame with his debut film Veyil, produced by […]

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Dravidianists in Kollywood using cinema as a tool to vilify Hindus, glorify Dravidian ideologues and propagate Dravidian propaganda of so-called ‘social justice’, ‘rationalism’ and what not, is nothing new. However, this time, a DMK sympathizing filmmaker Vasanthabalan has gone on to justify political corruption.

Vasanthabalan shot to fame with his debut film Veyil, produced by Shankar’s S production. His other film Angadi Theru, based on the lives of people working in textile showrooms in Ranganathan Street too became a hit. His other film Kaaviya Thalaivan, a period drama starring Siddharth and Prithviraj Sukumaran received critical acclaim but didn’t perform well in box office. There after his cinematic graph has been downhil. After a long hiatus, he’s now come with his latest series titled “Thalaimai Seyalagam” on Zee5 which is nothing but a boring Dravidian propaganda with no nuance.

Vasanthabalan’s narrative justifying corruption occurs against the backdrop of the BJP government going after corrupt dynastic parties. In Tamil Nadu prominent DMK politician Senthil Balaji is behind bars for corruption and action is awaited on many other bigwigs.

Now, with a DMK sympathizer like Vasanthabalan attempting to normalize corruption through cinema, it becomes alarming. As these films reach people’s homes, they may spread the notion that political corruption and profiteering shouldn’t be considered a big deal and must be normalized and made acceptable.

In a recent interview to the ‘Take Left’ YouTube channel Vasanthabalan has opened up his views and acknowledged that his ideas emerge from inspiration from communism and related figures. One of the anchors who interviewed him was ‘Minor’ who runs the rabid anti-Hindu YouTube channel U2 Brutus which had abused Lord Nataraja.

The interview began with a question about why the series was named “Thalaimai Seyalagam” (Secretariat). Vasanthabalan explained that the series focuses on the chief minister’s office, depicting the power struggles associated with the position. He described the legislative process of passing bills in parliament and questioned how a councilor, earning a mere 5000 rupees, can fulfill their duties after spending significant amounts of money to win the election.

Most of the interview centered on his reasons for choosing this series and the plot. As usual, he subtly reinforced the Dravidian ideology in Tamil Nadu, highlighting how it provided opportunities for everyone to study, in contrast to North India, where his mindset often revolved around same Dravidianists thought of hardworking but low-skilled labor. However, what was concerning in the interview was that both the YouTube channel and the host appeared to be promoting the idea of ignoring the issue of corruption.

The host praised Vasanthabalan, expressing admiration for a particular line in his series: “In the name of abolishing corruption, they will demolish democracy.” The host noted that even the leftist parties wouldn’t make such a statement and asked how Vasanthabalan arrived at this conclusion, suggesting that he believes corruption isn’t the main issue here.

Vasanthabalan replied, “I pay close attention to politics, not as much as you, and I pay attention to it whenever I get time. The way I see it is,  free rice comes to someone who doesn’t deserve it. They give that rice to their maid, who also sells it outside without using it. An idli vendor buys that rice on the road and sells the idli for 50 paisa. So the fund given by a government gets stolen somewhere, it benefits someone, and finally it reaches me as an idli for 50 paisa. Jeyaranjan (Dravidian Stock economist who is currently Vice-Chairperson of the State Development Policy Council) expressed this view in an interview. I really liked this idea.”

He added, “Let’s take a member from a particular community, he comes to a position, he commits a corruption of five crore rupees. But what he will do with those five crores is that he will marry his daughter, give that money to the ten people in that community, this money will be used for the emergence of that community… This will be a way for that community to study, to raise the standard of living or to improve the community. But he has done corruption, I am not saying no. But how I see is, it will take nearly 50 years for that community to advance. But somehow this money reaches the people.”

Vasanthabalan later remarked that while he was aware of the widespread agreement on the need to eliminate corruption, he went a step further to investigate the “red coin” and uncover its propagators, leading him to some insightful discoveries. He then praised Director Vetrimaaran for positively shaping the perception of the name “Asuran,” Director Ranjith for presenting Ravanan in a favorable light, and Director Maari Selvaraj for depicting a pig beautifully. Inspired by these examples, Vasanthabalan incorporated the concept of the “red coin” into his series to showcase its hidden aspects, he said.

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]]> Madras High Court Reverses DMK Minister I Periasamy Acquital In Housing Plot Allotment Case, Orders Daily Trial Proceedings https://thecommunemag.com/madras-high-court-reverses-dmk-minister-i-periasamy-acquital-in-housing-plot-allotment-case-orders-daily-trial-proceedings/ Mon, 26 Feb 2024 15:42:57 +0000 https://thecommunemag.com/?p=70674 Another setback for the ruling DMK government in Tamil Nadu as the Madras High Court has reversed the special court’s ruling that cleared DMK Cabinet Minister for Rural Development and Panchayats, I Periyasamy, of accusations related to the irregular allocation of plots in the Tamil Nadu Housing Board to former Chief Minister M Karunanidhi’s personal […]

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Another setback for the ruling DMK government in Tamil Nadu as the Madras High Court has reversed the special court’s ruling that cleared DMK Cabinet Minister for Rural Development and Panchayats, I Periyasamy, of accusations related to the irregular allocation of plots in the Tamil Nadu Housing Board to former Chief Minister M Karunanidhi’s personal security officer during his tenure of 2006-2011.

Justice N Anand Venkatesh has instructed the trial court to conduct daily proceedings and conclude the trial by 31st July, as part of the final order in the suo-motu criminal revision.

 

The judge has mandated that all the accused, including Minister I Periyasamy, post a bond of Rs. 1 lakh each and appear before the special court for the trial.

On September 8 last year, Justice N Anand Venkatesh remarked that the situation presented “yet another textbook case of how the criminal justice system has been successfully subverted from within” during the suo motu criminal revision initiated against Periyasamy’s discharge from the plot allotment case.

In 2012, the Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC) filed a case against Minister I Periyasamy, alleging that, during the DMK regime between 2007 and 2011, he unlawfully acquired a High Income Group (HIG) plot in the Mogappair Eri Scheme of the TNHB for C Ganesan, an inspector in SB-CID and PSO to the then Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi.

The DVAC claimed that Ganesan had submitted an undated application to M. Karunanidhi, falsely stating that his family resided in a private house while concealing the fact that he actually lived in TNHB Housing quarters.

However, following a change in the regime in 2011, the DVAC initiated a corruption case against Ganesan and Periyasamy. A charge sheet was filed in a special court, which rejected various discharge petitions filed by Periyasamy, keeping the case active.

In 2021, after a change in the state’s leadership, Periyasamy reassumed the ministerial position. The Special court for MP/MLA cases ordered the discharge of Periyasamy from the case.

Previously, Senior Advocate Ranjit Kumar, representing Periyasamy, contended that the trial initiated against Periyasamy was flawed as it was based on sanction from the Speaker of the House instead of the proper authority, the Governor. He argued that the trial lacked legal validity.

Kumar further pointed out that the trial court, while rejecting the initial discharge petition, acknowledged the need to hear the Speaker’s arguments. Hence, he asserted that the second discharge petition, filed after the trial commenced and witness examination, should be considered valid based on the trial court’s earlier ruling.

The court, however, raised concerns about the DVAC’s failure to secure prosecution sanction, even after the trial court discharged the Minister due to inadequate sanction. The court emphasized that this issue reflected a systemic problem that required resolution. Additionally, the court expressed the importance of sending a message to the public that it could take action against individuals in the highest positions.

It’s worth highlighting that DMK ministers are consistently under scrutiny in various corruption cases. Former Excise Minister V Senthil Balaji is presently in jail, seeking bail in connection with a corruption case. The corruption case involving Former Higher Education Minister Ponmudi is also active in court proceedings. Currently, a suo motu revision is underway in the corruption case of the Rural Development Minister I Periyasamy.

(From Inputs With DTNEXT)

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]]> NGO Arappor Iyakkam Alleges Massive Mining Corruption Scandal In TN, Accuses DMK MP Gnanathiraviyam Of Scam https://thecommunemag.com/ngo-arappor-iyakkam-alleges-massive-mining-corruption-scandal-in-tn-accuses-dmk-mp-gnanathiraviyam-of-scam/ Fri, 23 Feb 2024 07:34:49 +0000 https://thecommunemag.com/?p=70485 In a recent development in Tamil Nadu, Arappor Iyakkam, an anti-corruption NGO, has alleged a significant scandal in Tirunelveli. The allegations are directed at DMK Member of Parliament S Gnanathiraviyam, implicating him in corruption charges related to the illegal mining of rough stone and gravel. The NGO claimed an estimated loss to the government in […]

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In a recent development in Tamil Nadu, Arappor Iyakkam, an anti-corruption NGO, has alleged a significant scandal in Tirunelveli. The allegations are directed at DMK Member of Parliament S Gnanathiraviyam, implicating him in corruption charges related to the illegal mining of rough stone and gravel. The NGO claimed an estimated loss to the government in this corruption surpassed ₹700 Crores primarily occurring in the district of Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu, and one quarry in Tirupur.

In a letter addressed to the Director of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC) in Chennai, the complaint exposes how individuals, including the former Commissioner of Geology and Mines, Jayakanthan IAS, 53 quarry owners, Tirunelveli MP Gnana Draviyam, SAV Group owner and DMK leader Graham Bell, and others associated with the ruling DMK party, have allegedly manipulated the acts and rules of the mining department to evade penalties for illegal mining. The NGO urged the DVAC to initiate an FIR against these individuals, accusing them of involvement in corrupt practices.

Rampant illegal mining in Tirunelveli district came to light following a tragic incident in May 2022 at a quarry in Adamithipankulam near Tharuvai Village, Palayamkottai Taluk. The incident resulted in the unfortunate death of four workers due to a landslide. Subsequent investigations brought to light several violations committed by the lessee, Sankaranarayanan. These included deviations from approved mining plans and environmental regulations. As a consequence of these infractions, quarrying operations at the site were promptly suspended. It is worth noting that the district had over 50 operational quarries, with a notable concentration in the Irukkanthurai panchayat of Radhapuram Taluk.

Following the incident, the then Director of Geology and Mines, Nirmalraj IAS, established six teams to scrutinize all quarries in Tirunelveli for potential violations. The inspection, conducted from 22 May 2022, and 27 May 2022, revealed illegal mining activities in 53 out of 54 stone quarries, involving quantities beyond permitted limits. Subsequently, the Sub Collector of Cheranmadevi imposed penalties on each quarry involved in illegal mining based on the inspection report. A total of ₹262 Crores was levied in penalties for violations identified in 24 quarries, as revealed through the Right to Information Act disclosed by the NGO.

Unexpectedly, after the inspection and submission of the report, Director Nirmal Raj was replaced, and Jayakanthan IAS took on the position of Commissioner in June 2022. At the same time, District Collector Vishnu IAS temporarily shut down all quarries due to widespread illegal mineral extraction. The NGO alleges political pressure from Radhapuram MLA and State Legislative Assembly Speaker Appavu and Tirunelveli MP Gnana Draviyam on Collector Vishnu in July 2022.

Reporters questioned DMK leader, “Lakhs of construction workers are out of work today because all the quarries have been shut down. Today, a ton of stone which was 400 rupees, costs 800, sand, which was 600 rupees, is 1300 rupees. Today in Kudankulam, all the jobs have been stopped, and many lakhs of people are losing their jobs, what is the solution for this?”

He responded sarcastically saying, “I will bring what you are saying to the attention of the Chief Minister and immediately arrange for jobs for the unemployed.”

Immediately, Radhapuram MLA and Speaker Appavu interceded, gesturing to Collector Vishnu for a response. The MLA stated, “Collector will tell,” to which the Collector replied, “This matter is under consideration, it is in practice.” Appavu quickly interrupted, saying, “Tell them within how many days,” and the Collector responded, “No sir, that cannot be revealed now.”

The press conference quickly turned into a heated exchange as MP Gnana Draviyam raised his voice, expressing frustration, “It’s already been 60 days, and 50,000 people are unemployed. Already late.” Another DMK leader attempted to calm him down, saying, “Brother, please wait, please be silent.” However, the MP, still agitated, raised his voice again, prompting the other DMK leader to ask, “What is this brother, please be silent. Is tthis your home?“

Arappor Iyakkam claimed that doubts were raised in the appeal process as quarry owners directly appealed to the Commissioner of Geology and Mining, J Jayakanthan IAS, deviating from the prescribed procedure of appealing to the district Collector. In a surprising move, Jayakanthan IAS reduced the total penalty for 24 quarries to just ₹13.83 Crores, appearing to legitimize widespread illegal mining activities and facilitating the reopening of quarries implicated in illegal mining by overturning previous decisions.

Therefore, the NGO Arappor Iyakkam alleges a significant connection between Jayakanthan IAS and numerous quarry owners linked to the ruling DMK party in Tamil Nadu. The organization emphasizes allegations of penalties being reduced for the SAV Group, DMK MP Gnanathiraviam, and their associates. They alleged violations of established appeal procedures, favoritism towards politically connected DMK quarry owners, and suggest a coordinated effort to exert pressure on officials to reopen operations related to rough stone and gravel.

(With inputs From Arappor Iyakkam)

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]]> BJP TN President Annamalai Files Complaint With DVAC Against DMK Min Gandhi Alleging Corruption In Pongal Free Veshti And Sarees https://thecommunemag.com/bjp-tn-president-annamalai-files-complaint-with-dvac-against-dmk-min-gandhi-alleging-corruption-in-pongal-free-veshti-and-sarees/ Tue, 13 Feb 2024 02:46:30 +0000 https://thecommunemag.com/?p=69730 Recently,Tamil Nadu Bharatiya Janata Party president K Annamalai posted on his official X handle that the Department of Vigilance & Anti-Corruption (DVAC) in Tamil Nadu has officially recognized his complaint regarding corruption allegations against DMK Minister R. Gandhi who is the Textiles and Handlooms Minister. Annamalai provided supporting evidence related to corruption in the distribution […]

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Recently,Tamil Nadu Bharatiya Janata Party president K Annamalai posted on his official X handle that the Department of Vigilance & Anti-Corruption (DVAC) in Tamil Nadu has officially recognized his complaint regarding corruption allegations against DMK Minister R. Gandhi who is the Textiles and Handlooms Minister. Annamalai provided supporting evidence related to corruption in the distribution of Pongal sarees and dhotis. He expressed hope for an impartial investigation to be conducted promptly, leading to the timely apprehension of those involved in corruption.

Annamalai stated in his statement that, “Under the DMK Govt, corruption has become the order of the day. On the 6th of February 2024, we exposed the monumental corruption that has taken place in the Free Dhoti Scheme & the involvement of DMK Minister Thiru Gandhi in the same. Today, with all the supporting evidence, @BJP4TamilNadu has filed a complaint with the Department of Vigilance & Anti-Corruption. We hope an unbiased investigation will be carried out and the corrupt will be booked at the earliest“.

In the formal complaint dated 10 February 2024, submitted by K. Annamalai and directed to Tr. Abhay Kumar Singh, Director General of the Police Department of Vigilance & Anti-Corruption in Chennai stated that there was significant corruption within the Handloom & Textiles Department, specifically implicating DMK Minister Gandhi and accused him of peddling wrong information in the public.

“The Handloom & Textiles Department, has been instrumental in supplying Free Dhoti and Sarees to ration card holders during the Pongal festival every year. Ever since the DMK came to power, there has always been a lag either in the procurement of yarn on time or in the settlement of payment to handloom owners. This year, Thiru Gandhi has wilfully manipulated the production method of free dhoti and sarees for his personal gains.”, Annamalai said.

He said that the DMK government ordered the manufacture of 1.68 Crore Dhoti and 1.68 Crore Sarees, with a government order dated 22 October 2021, adding that while it has been a practice to use Polycot material for Free Dhoti & Sarees since 2003, the order stipulates that only the Warp in Dhotis must be Cotton, with the Weft potentially being Polyester.

Annamalai pointed out that the South Indian Textile Research Association report on a sampled Dhoti (Stamp number: SA2-920) revealed that only 22% of the Warp was cotton and 68% was polyester, contradicting Minister Gandhi’s claims.

He also gave a detailed break up estimating the amount of corruption involved.

Cotton yarn is priced at ₹320 per kg, while the tendered procurement rate is ₹160. Polyester, which ranges from ₹90 to ₹110 per kg, was allegedly used. The Textile Minister is accused of a corruption amounting to 60 Crore Rupees in the Free Dhoti procurement alone, with the corruption amount in Free Sarees yet to be determined.

The letter urges the Department of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption to conduct a thorough investigation based on the enclosed documents, including the government order and the textile research association’s test report. It calls for filing a case and appropriate action against Minister Gandhi for his alleged corruption with enclosing Government order from the Department of Handlooms & Textile vide reference number 20758/2021/P1 dated 22.10.2021 and the Test Report number N2306248 Dated 31.01.2024″

On 6 February 2024, as part of his “En Mann En Makkal” padayatra, Annamalai visited the Ranipet Assembly Constituency and leveled accusations of corruption against Tamil Nadu Handloom Minister, Gandhi. Annamalai claimed that Minister Gandhi, despite his name’s significance, was allegedly engaged in a sophisticated form of corruption related to the distribution of Pongal sarees and veshti (dhotis). According to Annamalai, Minister Gandhi was reputed for soliciting commissions from weavers and workers involved in the production of veshti and sarees, earning him the nickname “Commission Gandhi.”

 

Announcing on his official social media handle, Annamalai shared that a sample of the dhoti distributed during the Pongal collection was sent to the Coimbatore-based textile research center South India Textile Research Association (SITRA) in Coimbatore for testing. Shockingly, the results indicated that 78% of the dhoti was made from polyester, while only 22% comprised cotton. Annamalai expressed concern about a significant reduction in production costs and widespread corruption.

 

Online users rejoiced as yet another DMK minister in Tamil Nadu faces corruption charges. Currently, the former excise minister, who now serves as a minister without portfolio, has been detained and denied bail 17 times by the court. Additionally, K Ponmudi, the former Higher Education minister, is grappling with corruption allegations. This development is part of the BJP’s efforts to expose corruption within the DMK party and the family, with three segments of corruption audio recordings released thus far in 2G scam case.

 

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