First charge sheet filed in Gem Granites founder POCSO case

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing allegations against Gem Granites founder Veeramani has filed the first charge sheet in the case before a designated POCSO special court in Chennai, the State Public Prosecutor informed the Madras High Court.

Justice V. Lakshminarayanan was apprised that the charge sheet was submitted on November 11, 2026. The prosecutor indicated that the investigative agency plans to file additional charge sheets within the next few days as the probe progresses.

The filing of the initial charge sheet marks a significant development in the high-profile case, which involves allegations under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offence (POCSO) Act. The staggered approach to filing charge sheets suggests the investigation encompasses multiple incidents or complainants.

The special court mechanism established for POCSO cases enables expedited processing of such sensitive matters involving child protection violations. The court's engagement with the case underscores the judicial system's priority in such proceedings.

Further developments are expected as the SIT completes remaining investigative formalities and files the subsequent charge sheets, which will determine the formal charges against the accused and trigger the next phase of legal proceedings.