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Tamil Nadu Government Places Two Senior IPS Officers on Compulsory Wait Amid Veeramani POCSO Case
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Core Event: Transfer of Senior Police Officers
On September 24, 2026, the Tamil Nadu government transferred Additional Director General of Police A Arun (Director, Tamil Nadu Police Academy) and Inspector General N Kannan (Commissioner, Coimbatore) to “compulsory wait” status and placed Assistant Commissioner of Police M A. Yasmin on vacancy reserve. The order, signed by Additional Chief Secretary (Home) K Manivasan, gave no explicit reasons.
Background & Context
The moves came amid the POCSO investigation of Gem Granites chairman R Veeramani, accused of sexually abusing minor girls.
- Nov 2024 – Ranjan Kumar (TN Congress SC Dept.) lodged a complaint alleging abuse by Veeramani and associate Shanthi.
- Feb 20 2025 – ACP Yasmin filed a “further action dropped” report to close the case.
- Aug 19 2025 – Judge S Padma rejected the closure report, ordering continued probe.
- Aug 29 2025 – Veeramani, Shanthi and Mahendra Simhan were arrested.
- Oct 7 2025 – The Central Crime Branch registered the case after receiving an anonymous pen-drive with alleged evidence.
Timeline
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Nov 2024 | Complaint lodged |
| Feb 20 2025 | “Further action dropped” report filed |
| Aug 19 2025 | Judge orders further probe |
| Aug 29 2025 | Arrests |
| Oct 7 2025 | CCB registers case |
| Sep 24 2026 | Transfers of Arun, Kannan; Yasmin on reserve |
| Sep 28 2026 | CM Vijay to campaign in Madurantakam (bye-election) |
| Oct 6 2026 | Bye-election poll |
Data & Statistics
- Arrests: Four persons – Veeramani, Shanthi, Mahendra Simhan and former employee Ganesan.
- Searches: About 30 officers searched five locations, seizing phones, documents and video material.
- Victims: Statements recorded from nine alleged minors.
- Financial Trail: Investigation of a property deal worth roughly INR70 crore and an LOC against Prakash, linked to Veeramani’s finances.
Official Statements & Responses
- DMK President M K Stalin denied any protective order for Veeramani, insisting all accused face the law.
- TVK Spokesperson M Sathya Kumar said the issue was flagged by the court and that CM Vijay is committed to justice.
- Home Secretary K Manivasan cited “administrative grounds” for the transfers without detail.
- Police described the searches as part of an intensified investigation and said the LOC aims to prevent Prakash’s re-entry into India.
Criticism & Opposition
- Ranjan Kumar claimed the 2024 complaint received no substantive action, suggesting police delay.
- A Congress functionary noted that video material was shared with an Anti-Vice Squad officer in November 2024 but was not promptly pursued.
On-the-Ground Reports
CCB and Anti-Vice Squad teams raided Veeramani’s offices in Gopalapuram and T Nagar, a guest house in Teynampet and related premises, seizing a video allegedly showing the assault, photographs of minors and digital records. The LOC against Prakash was circulated to airports nationwide.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
- Reason for Transfers: The order provides no explicit rationale, leaving motives unclear.
- Allegations of Protection: Stalin asserts no protective orders were issued, while TVK officials argue the case was delayed due to “practical difficulties,” fueling a dispute over possible political influence.
What’s Next
- CM Vijay will campaign in Madurantakam on September 28 2026, with the October 6 2026 bye-election expected to keep the controversy in focus.
- Police investigations continue, with further searches, evidence analysis and possible additional arrests as the Special POCSO Court monitors the case.