Saravanan Arrested in Madurai Property Tax Scam Probe
What happened
The Central Crime Branch police arrested Saravanan in Madurai on October 14, 2026. The arrest is linked to an alleged Rs 200-crore property tax scam that occurred between 2022 and 2024. The investigation involves allegations that officials misused passwords to manipulate tax records, and police have already arrested 25 people in the case. Saravanan was taken to the CCB office for questioning before being remanded to judicial custody.
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Why it matters
The probe addresses alleged irregularities in property tax assessments within Madurai, which was initiated following an inquiry ordered by the Chief Minister MK Stalin. The case, which was brought forward by the AIADMK after a Madras High Court order, highlights systemic issues in municipal financial oversight and tax collection.
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Who's involved
- SaravananIndividual arrested in connection with the property tax scam.
- BhuvaneswariFormer Madurai Corporation North Zone chairperson and Saravanan's wife.
- VinodhiniCCB Assistant Commissioner involved in leading the probe team.