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DMK Seeks Anti-Corruption Probe Into Minister's Bribery Claim
Reported by Faizan Khan (Staff Writer) · The Hindu - National ·
Reported by one source so far
Photo: Wikimedia CommonsDMK legal wing joint secretary I. Paranthamen filed a complaint with the Director of the Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption to register a First Information Report over an alleged bribery offer. The complaint involves School Education Minister A. Rajmohan, who claimed he was offered five crore rupees for a high-profile cultural post.
The Allegation
Mr. Rajmohan revealed during Tamil Nadu Day celebrations on November 1, 2026, that the bribe money was routed through Loyola Mani, Chairman of the Tamil Nadu Textbook and Educational Services Corporation. The Minister did not report the offer to law enforcement agencies at the time and kept the identity of the person who made the offer hidden. Singer Pushpavanam Kuppusamy has since been appointed president of the Tamil Nadu Iyal Isai Nataka Mandram, leading the complainant to argue that evidence was concealed by both the Minister and Mr. Mani.
Context
The Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption is the state agency responsible for investigating corruption and bribery allegations against public servants in Tamil Nadu. Political parties frequently use formal police complaints and anti-corruption petitions to press for legal inquiries into public controversies involving government officials.
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What Happened
DMK functionary I. Paranthamen has asked the anti-corruption watchdog to probe a fellow party minister for allegedly hiding a bribery attempt linked to a top cultural board appointment.
Why It Matters
The case highlights internal accountability issues within a political party when a sitting minister publicly admits to receiving a massive bribe offer without immediately reporting it to law enforcement.
What Happens Next
The Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption will review the formal complaint to decide whether to register a First Information Report and launch a formal inquiry.
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