UDF-led Keralam govt sanctions Vigilance probe against CPI(M) leader P.P. Divya over alleged tender irregularities
The Kerala government has authorized a Vigilance investigation into CPI(M) leader P.P. Divya regarding allegations of tender irregularities in a ₹12-crore modular toilet contract. The probe, sanctioned under the Prevention of Corruption Act, could potentially lead to further scrutiny by the Enforcement Directorate.
Why it matters
This investigation highlights ongoing political tensions and anti-corruption efforts within state-level governance in India.
UDF-led Keralam govt sanctions Vigilance probe against CPI(M) leader P.P. Divya over alleged tender irregularities left P.P. Divya special arrangement special arrangement https://th-i.thgim.com/public/news/national/kerala/a4zejv/article71615449.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/IMG_18tv_PP_Divya_2_1_3ODFH2OM.jpg Officials say Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala sanctioned inquiry into award of ₹12-crore contract to private firm to construct modular toilets allegedly without inviting open tenders and thereby bypassing competitive bidding Thiruvananthapuram The Keralam government on Friday (October 23, 2026) ordered an anti-corruption investigation against former Kannur district panchayat president and Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPI(M)] leader P.P. Divya. Officials said Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala sanctioned the inquiry into the award of a ₹12-crore contract to a private firm to construct modular toilets, allegedly without inviting open tenders and thereby bypassing competitive bidding. By sanctioning the probe, under Section 17 (A) of the Prevention of Corruption Act (PCA), Mr Chennithala opened the door to the Vigilance investigation.
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