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Tamil Nadu Minister claims he rejected ₹5 crore bribe for organization post
A Tamil Nadu Cabinet minister has alleged that he was offered ₹5 crore to facilitate someone's appointment as president of Iyal Isai Nataka Mandram. The minister's claims underscore the state government's stated commitment to combating corruption.
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A senior minister in the Tamil Nadu Cabinet said he was approached with a substantial bribe offer in connection with a leadership position at Iyal Isai Nataka Mandram, a prominent cultural organization. According to the minister, the offer amounted to ₹5 crore in exchange for facilitating an individual's appointment as president of the organization.
The minister's disclosure comes as part of broader discussions about governance standards within the state administration. He emphasized that he rejected the proposal outright, reaffirming his personal commitment to ethical conduct in public service.
The minister further highlighted what he characterized as a significant shift in Tamil Nadu's political culture, asserting that members of the current Cabinet collectively maintain a strong stance against bribery and corruption. He suggested that such unified opposition to illicit practices among cabinet ministers represents a notable development for the state's administration.
The allegations have added to ongoing discourse around transparency and accountability in Tamil Nadu's public institutions. Iyal Isai Nataka Mandram is a long-established cultural organization with considerable influence in Tamil Nadu's arts and cultural landscape.