Minister Claims Only Governor Can Sanction Fraud Investigation Amid ₹100-Crore Scandal
Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi argues before the Madras High Court that the FIR against him should be quashed, claiming only the Governor has the authority to grant investigation sanction.
Minister Claims Only Governor Can Sanction Fraud Investigation Amid ₹100-Crore Scandal
In a bold legal maneuver, Tamil Nadu Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi has claimed before the Madras High Court that only the Governor has the authority to grant sanction for investigations against him in a ₹100-crore fraud case. Poyyamozhi contends that the First Information Report (FIR) registered against him should be quashed, citing that the sanction was improperly granted by the Public Department Secretary on June 23, 2026.
This assertion raises critical questions about accountability and oversight in high-profile corruption cases. Why did the Secretary, rather than the Governor, allegedly sanction this investigation? What implications does this have for the integrity of the legal process in cases involving government officials?
As citizens demand transparency and justice, the outcome of this case could set a precedent for how allegations of corruption are handled within the government. The legal proceedings will be closely watched as they unfold, with many questioning whether those in power are above the law.
As reported by The Hindu.
Source: The Hindu
