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TN CM Vijay Vows Strict Action in Veeramani POCSO Case, Alleges Political Backing
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News18•25-09-2026, 16:10
TN CM Vijay Vows Strict Action in Veeramani POCSO Case, Alleges Political Backing
- •Tamil Nadu CM C. Joseph Vijay has promised strict action in the R. Veeramani POCSO case during his bypoll campaign in Madurantakam.
- •CM Vijay stated, "We know who was backing Veeramani," suggesting political involvement in the case.
- •The Veeramani case has sparked a political conflict between the ruling TVK and the DMK.
- •TVK leaders have questioned the handling of the case under the previous DMK government, while DMK president M.K. Stalin denies protecting Veeramani.
- •A renewed investigation is underway after an earlier closure report was rejected, making the controversy a major issue for the October 6 Tamil Nadu Assembly bypolls.
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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay vowed strict action during his bypoll campaign at Madurantakam, stating that they know who was backing R. Veeramani in the controversial POCSO case.
The case has triggered a major political confrontation ahead of the October 6 Tamil Nadu Assembly bypolls. TVK leaders have questioned the handling of the case under the previous DMK government, while DMK president M.K. Stalin denied allegations that his administration shielded Veeramani.
The renewed investigation follows a special POCSO court's rejection of an earlier police closure report, prompting authorities to examine the case further and trace multiple alleged survivors.
