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Former Tamil Nadu Education Minister accused of misappropriating Rs 400 crore
A Tamil Nadu political leader has alleged that the state's former Education Minister diverted Rs 400 crore from school funds. The allegation comes as political tensions intensify in the southern state.
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A senior leader of the Tamil Maanila Congress (Moopanar) has levelled serious allegations against a former Tamil Nadu Education Minister, claiming large-scale financial irregularities during his tenure. According to the TVK leader's statement, approximately Rs 400 crore was misappropriated from school accounts and diverted away from educational institutions.
The accusation represents the latest in a series of charges against former state officials regarding financial mismanagement in the education sector. Such allegations have become increasingly common in Tamil Nadu's political discourse, with various parties accusing their predecessors of fiscal impropriety.
The former minister has not yet publicly responded to the allegations. The claim is expected to intensify scrutiny of educational fund management under previous administrations and may prompt calls for a formal investigation by state authorities.
This development underscores ongoing concerns about transparency and accountability in resource allocation across Tamil Nadu's educational institutions. Political opposition parties are likely to leverage the allegation in their broader critique of the incumbent administration's governance record.