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DVAC Searches 25 Properties Linked to DMK’s KN Nehru in Chennai and Trichy
The probe centers on a alleged ₹634-crore bribery scheme in junior engineer recruitment and contract irregularities, officials said.
- On Thursday, the Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption searched the Thillai Nagar residence of former Tamil Nadu minister K.N. Nehru in Tiruchirappalli, with an eight-member team conducting the operation while Nehru was present.
- The investigation centers on alleged irregularities in the Municipal Administration Department, specifically claims of a ₹634-crore bribe in junior engineer recruitment during the previous government when Nehru held the portfolio.
- Information provided by the Enforcement Directorate regarding irregularities in the Municipal Administration and Water Supply Department triggered the DVAC investigation, which follows a case registered against Nehru and others.
- Meanwhile, more than 200 DMK cadres gathered outside Nehru's residence in support while the search and questioning continued, demonstrating political backing during the operation.
- The Madras High Court previously granted an interim stay on further vigilance action and proceedings against the accused, though legal scrutiny regarding the Municipal Administration contracts continues.
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DVAC questions former DMK minister KN Nehru at his Trichy residence in alleged MAWS corruption case
The DVAC team includes Deputy Superintendent of Police Hema Chithra and police inspectors Sakthivel and Prasanna Venkatesh. Officials have been asking Nehru various questions as part of their inquiry.
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DVAC Searches Former DMK Minister K N Nehru’s Residence in Alleged MAWS Corruption Case
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. A case was registered against Nehru and others by the DVAC in connection with alleged irregularities in the Municipal Administration and Water Supply (MAWS) Department. The case relates to allegations of corruption in recruitment, contract allocation and transfers during Nehru’s tenure as the minister in charge of the department. India News | DVAC Searches Former DMK Minister K N Nehru’s Resi…
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