CCB summons former Minister Anbil Mahesh in ₹100-crore fraud case
The Chennai Central Crime Branch (CCB) has summoned former School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh for questioning in a ₹100-crore fraud case. The investigation involves alleged promises to secure government approvals for private schools, with searches conducted and several arrests already made.
Why it matters
This case highlights potential corruption within government and the education sector, impacting public trust and the integrity of regulatory processes for private institutions. It underscores the ongoing efforts to combat financial fraud involving public figures.
The Chennai Central Crime Branch (CCB) has summoned former School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh to appear for an inquiry on Friday in connection with a ₹100-crore fraud case involving alleged promises to secure government approvals for private schools.
According to sources, Mr. Anbil Mahesh has been asked to appear before the investigating officer at the Greater Chennai City Police Commissionerate.
The summons comes a day after CCB teams conducted searches at nine locations in Chennai and Tiruchi as part of the investigation. The searches were carried out at four premises linked to Mr. Anbil Mahesh and locations associated with his aides Valadi Karthik, Arun Prakash and Prakash.
The case was registered following a complaint that several crores of rupees had been collected from private school managements by promising to secure permanent recognition, upgradation of schools, DTCP approval and other government permissions.
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