Thu May 22 10:08:15 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting L. Murugan accused the Tamil Nadu police of attempting to cover up a sexual harassment case involving a DMK functionary in Arakkonam. He also stated that the National Commission for Women (NCW) is involved. Murugan defended the ED’s investigation into TASMAC, stating the Centre has no influence and wrongdoers will face consequences. He further highlighted the Modi government’s focus on infrastructure development across the country.

**News Article:**

**Union Minister Accuses Tamil Nadu Police of Cover-Up in Sexual Harassment Case**

**Chennai, May 22, 2025** – Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting, L. Murugan, today leveled serious allegations against the Tamil Nadu police, accusing them of attempting to shield a DMK functionary implicated in a sexual harassment case in Arakkonam. Speaking to reporters in Chennai during the inauguration of redeveloped railway stations under the Amrit Bharat scheme, Murugan stated that the National Commission for Women (NCW) had taken suo motu cognizance of the matter and demanded a detailed action-taken report.

“In both the Anna University sexual assault case and the Arakkonam case, DMK functionaries were involved,” Murugan said. “There were a few more people connected to the Arakkonam case, but the State police is attempting to cover it up.”

Responding to questions about the Supreme Court’s stay on the Enforcement Directorate (ED) investigation into alleged financial irregularities within the Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation (TASMAC), Murugan asserted that the Centre was unaffected by the ruling. “The Centre has no setback because it has no links to the searches conducted by the ED, which is an independent agency. Those who committed wrongs will inevitably face punishment,” he declared.

Beyond the accusations, Murugan also emphasized the Modi government’s commitment to the holistic development of India, highlighting significant infrastructure projects in railways, airports, and national highways.

The accusations are likely to further inflame tensions between the BJP-led central government and the DMK-led state government in Tamil Nadu. The Hindu is awaiting a response from the Tamil Nadu police and the DMK regarding these allegations.

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