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ED summons Kerala's Vijayan for questioning in CMRL payoffs case
The Enforcement Directorate has called former Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan to its Kochi office on October 23 for questioning in connection with an alleged payoffs case linked to the Chennai Metro Rail project.
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The ED's zonal unit in Kochi issued a summons to Vijayan as part of its ongoing investigation into the matter. The questioning comes amid a broader probe into alleged financial irregularities connected to the CMRL venture.
Vijayan, who served as Kerala's chief minister until May 2023, had previously headed the state's steering committee related to the Chennai Metro Rail project. The ED's investigation focuses on transactions and dealings that allegedly occurred during his tenure.
This marks a significant development in the case, which has drawn considerable attention in Kerala's political landscape. The summons represents an escalation in the ED's investigative efforts, as the agency seeks to examine Vijayan's role and involvement in the matter directly.
The former chief minister's appearance before the central agency is expected to provide insights into the alleged irregularities. The questioning is likely to cover financial transactions, decision-making processes, and communications related to the project during the period in question.