Former Tamil Nadu transport minister Senthil Balaji is facing charges of money fraud in connection with a government job scam, according to a press release issued by the enforcement department’s officials yesterday.
The Central Crime Branch, operating under the Chennai Police Commissioner’s office, has registered three separate cases against Balaji for allegedly defrauding individuals by promising them government jobs. A charge sheet has already been filed in this case.
The Supreme Court has directed the authorities to complete the investigation within two months and file a supplementary charge sheet. It has also ordered an investigation into possible money laundering and illegal money transfers involving Balaji, while lifting a Madras High Court order that had previously dismissed the enforcement department’s summons to him.
Consequently, the authorities have intensified their investigation into the illegal money transfers linked to Balaji. Many individuals have been questioned in relation to this matter. During the investigation, bank account records belonging to Balaji and his wife Megala revealed substantial sums of money being credited to them by the complainants.
As a result, Balaji was arrested and subjected to police interrogation. When presented with the evidence gathered by the enforcement department, Balaji neither denied the allegations nor cooperated with the investigation. His behavior was described as deceptive by officials.
In a recent development, the District Principal Sessions Court Judge S. Alli has ordered the case against Balaji to be transferred to a special court that deals with cases involving Members of Parliament (MPs) and Members of Legislative Assembly (MLAs) at the Chennai District Collector’s Office. The case is scheduled to be heard on the 28th of the month.
This significant development signifies a step towards justice for the individuals affected by Balaji’s alleged fraudulent activities. The investigation is ongoing, and the enforcement department is determined to unravel any further connections or evidence related to the case.