Edappadi Palaniswami flags irregularities in recent recruitment of teachers in Tamil Nadu; calls for enquiry

AIADMK leader Edappadi K. Palaniswami has called for an independent inquiry into alleged irregularities in the recent recruitment of Assistant Professors in Tamil Nadu. He claims the grading process was inconsistent and has demanded the suspension of the recruitment process until the investigation is complete.
Why it matters
Allegations of corruption in public sector recruitment impact government transparency and the career prospects of thousands of educators.
AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami, on Sunday (June 28, 2026), urged the TVK-led Tamil Nadu government to enquire into the allegations of irregularities in the recruitment of Assistant Professors and to further ensure the appointment of eligible candidates.
The article focuses on the opposition party's critique of the current government, highlighting political friction in regional administration.
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