DVAC reopens corruption case against former Minister R. Vaithilingam

The Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC) has reopened a corruption case against former Minister R. Vaithilingam. The move follows a protest petition filed by the Enforcement Directorate, which had previously investigated the same bribery allegations.
Why it matters
The case underscores ongoing legal and political tensions regarding corruption investigations involving high-profile former government officials in India.
The Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC) has reopened its investigation into an alleged ₹27.9-crore bribery case against former Minister for Housing and Urban Development R. Vaithilingam.
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