Sun Mar 09 08:18:40 UTC 2025: ## Kerala Revenue Department Clears Deceased ADM of Corruption Allegations

**Thiruvananthapuram, [Date]** – The Kerala Revenue Department has concluded its internal probe into the death of former Kannur Additional District Magistrate (ADM) Naveen Babu, finding no evidence of corruption against him. Revenue Minister K Rajan announced the findings on Sunday, stating that a fact-finding inquiry, led by Land Revenue Joint Commissioner A Geetha, had cleared Babu of allegations made by former Kannur District Panchayat President P P Divya.

Divya, a CPI(M) leader, had publicly accused Babu of corruption at his farewell function, alleging he intentionally delayed the approval of a petrol pump application. Babu subsequently died by suicide.

Minister Rajan emphasized that the inquiry, which also involved review by the Chief Minister, found no merit to the corruption claims. While the report indicated Divya’s presence at the farewell function was pre-planned, the Revenue Department’s purview did not extend to investigating any potential conspiracy surrounding Babu’s death, a matter currently under police investigation. Rajan stated that the department’s findings could be utilized by the investigating agency.

The police investigation is ongoing, and is before the court. Rajan declined to comment on its specifics, stating that he would wait for its conclusion. He expressed confidence that justice would be served to Babu’s family, adding that the matter could be re-examined if the investigation fails to deliver justice.

CPI state secretary Binoy Viswam expressed solidarity with Babu’s family and their demand for a CBI probe, reiterating the Left government’s commitment to uncovering the truth and holding those responsible accountable. Babu’s family has indeed petitioned the Kerala High Court for a CBI investigation into his death. Divya, meanwhile, was arrested and later released on bail in connection with the incident.

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