VACB launches inspections at Kerala State Sports Council, district council offices over alleged corruption, procedural violations in selection
The Kerala Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau has launched 'Operation Kalikkalam' to investigate corruption and procedural irregularities within state sports councils. The probe covers athlete selection, fund utilization, and equipment procurement.
Why it matters
Corruption in sports administration can undermine fair competition and misappropriate public funds intended for athlete development.
The Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau (VACB) launched Statewide surprise inspections at the Kerala State Sports Council and the district sports council offices on Wednesday over suspected corruption and irregularities in athlete selection, procurement and utilisation of funds.
The inspection, code-named ‘Operation Kalikkalam’, was ordered by Vigilance director Manoj Abraham based on information received by the agency about alleged irregularities in the functioning of sports councils.
According to the official sources, the VACB also received tip-offs regarding suspected procedural violations in the selection of sportspersons and their inclusion in championship. The allegations also surround the purported manipulation of marks in the selection process, preparation of fake competition results and influencing judges and observers to ensure that ineligible benefits receive benefits.
The agency has also received information about the allegedly excessive collection of entry and registration fees in the name of competitions without properly maintaining accounts and receipts.
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