Former DMK minister Anbil Mahesh was arrested by Tamil Nadu police on charges of embezzlement linked to a private schools funding scandal. The arrest followed an investigation into allegations that he collected over ₹100 crore from school management committees during his tenure as School Education Minister from 2021 to 2026.
Mahesh is accused of accepting funds under the guise of a "party fund" in exchange for permanent recognition and administrative approvals for private schools. The police stated that he allegedly solicited money from more than 1,000 school management committees. The case was initiated after a whistleblower report came to light.
Anbil Mahesh was previously a minister in the DMK government and is now facing legal action. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are examining financial records and communications to determine the extent of the alleged misconduct. The case highlights growing scrutiny of political figures in Tamil Nadu over financial transparency and governance.
The scandal adds to a pattern of corruption allegations against senior officials in the state. Previous cases have involved misuse of public funds and illegal land deals. This arrest underscores the increasing focus on accountability in local governance.
The legal proceedings are expected to unfold in the coming weeks, with further details likely to emerge as the investigation progresses.
