Kerala cashew import scam: Govt tells HC that State to sanction CBI prosecution of former KSCDC chairperson, MD

The Kerala government has informed the High Court that it will grant sanction to the CBI to prosecute former officials of the Kerala State Cashew Development Corporation. The case involves alleged misappropriation of ₹600 crore during raw cashew imports between 2006 and 2015.
Why it matters
This case highlights ongoing efforts to address corruption in state-run enterprises and the legal accountability of public officials.
The Advocate General (AG) has informed the Kerala High Court that the State has decided to grant sanction to the CBI for prosecution in connection with the alleged irregularities in the import of raw cashew by the Kerala State Cashew Development Corporation (KSCDC).
The article reports on legal proceedings and government statements without taking a side on the guilt of the accused.
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