₹150 Crore Tax Scam in Madurai! High Court Applauds Chief Minister

High Court Praises CM Stalin for Action in Madurai Tax Evasion Case

In the tax assessment scam involving the Madurai Corporation, the Madurai Bench of the High Court has lauded Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin for removing 7 officials from their posts, including several zonal chairpersons.

Background of the Case:

A complaint was raised that the property tax levied on commercial establishments in the Madurai Corporation was significantly lower than the approved rates. This under-assessment allegedly resulted in a financial loss of approximately ₹150 crore to the corporation.

Key Details:

• The Madurai Corporation comprises 5 zones and 100 wards.
• Based on the complaint filed by then-Commissioner Dinesh Kumar, the CB-CID (Central Crime Branch) registered a case and began investigations.
• So far, 8 individuals, including a retired assistant commissioner and a revenue inspector, have been arrested in connection with the case.

Chief Minister’s Action:

Chief Minister Stalin directed that 5 zonal chairpersons and 2 standing committee members, who were allegedly involved in the scam, be removed from their posts.

Following this directive, all 7 officials resigned from their respective positions.

Observations by the High Court:

• The Madurai Bench of the High Court stated that there is no need to transfer the case to the CBI, as the Tamil Nadu Police are conducting a fair and honest investigation.
• The judges further remarked that the Chief Minister’s prompt action in removing the accused from their positions is commendable.