The Tamil Nadu government has taken decisive action to investigate a significant coal import scandal allegedly involving the Adani group and other entities. Authorised by the Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC), the probe aims to scrutinise reported irregularities in tender conditions and coal imports that purportedly caused substantial financial losses for the state.
The investigation, initiated under Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, follows a complaint filed by Arappor Iyakkam, a prominent organisation advocating transparency in governance. According to sources quoted by The Hindu, the DVAC has been granted clearance to conduct a preliminary inquiry into these allegations.
‘We have received clearance from the government to register a preliminary inquiry and investigate allegations in the import of coal by the Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation (TANGEDCO ),’ stated official sources familiar with the matter.
Arappor Iyakkam has accused TANGEDCO officials and Adani Global Pte Ltd. among others of involvement in corrupt practices amounting to approximately ₹6,066 crore between 2012-2016. Last year, Jayaram Venkatesan, convener of Arappor Iyakkam, expressed concerns over the lack of action in investigating these allegations.
‘Even after one-and-a-half years of assuming office, your government has so far not taken any steps to investigate the massive coal import scandal of the previous government,’ The Hindu reported Venkatesan as saying in a letter addressed to Chief Minister M.K. Stalin.
The DVAC’s inquiry marks a critical step in addressing allegations of corruption and ensuring accountability in public procurement processes. The outcome of this investigation will likely have far-reaching implications for transparency and governance in Tamil Nadu’s energy sector.
This probe, authorised by the Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC) under Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, exemplifies the government’s commitment to addressing allegations of corruption and financial misconduct.
For businesses and entities involved in large-scale procurement and tendering processes, this situation highlights the critical need for stringent compliance and transparent operational practices. Ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and ethical guidelines is not only a legal imperative but also essential for maintaining public trust and corporate integrity.
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