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Tamil Nadu Minister Accuses DMK of Multi-Crore Periyar Library Fraud
✍️ India Today
🗓 09 Nov 2026, 09:37 AM
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A minister from the Tamil Nadu government has publicly accused the DMK party of involvement in a multi-crore fraud linked to the Periyar library. The claim highlights alleged misappropriation of funds and raises questions about financial oversight in the state.
A minister from the Tamil Nadu government has publicly accused the DMK party of involvement in a multi-crore fraud linked to the Periyar library. The allegation centers on the alleged misappropriation of funds that were intended for the library’s development. The minister’s statement was made during a press briefing where he called for a thorough investigation into the financial transactions related to the project.
The Periyar library, a prominent cultural institution in Tamil Nadu, has reportedly received large sums earmarked for renovation and expansion. According to the minister, a significant portion of these funds has not been accounted for, suggesting possible embezzlement.
The DMK party has denied any wrongdoing and has urged the authorities to conduct a transparent inquiry. The incident has drawn attention to the need for stricter financial controls in state-funded cultural projects.
The Periyar library, a prominent cultural institution in Tamil Nadu, has reportedly received large sums earmarked for renovation and expansion. According to the minister, a significant portion of these funds has not been accounted for, suggesting possible embezzlement.
The DMK party has denied any wrongdoing and has urged the authorities to conduct a transparent inquiry. The incident has drawn attention to the need for stricter financial controls in state-funded cultural projects.