The BJP has questioned Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay over reports of an alleged cyber fraud involving Rs 22.10 crore from government bank accounts.
BJP state secretary Vinoj P Selvam criticised the TVK-led government on Tuesday, raising concerns about financial security and administrative oversight.
According to media reports, the alleged fraud involved three accounts linked to the Rural Development Department. The reported losses include Rs 14 crore from Mandapam Panchayat Union in Ramanathapuram district, Rs 3.10 crore from Nagapattinam and Rs 5 crore from another government account.
The funds were reportedly allocated for rural development projects, including the construction of health and wellness centres under the 15th Finance Commission grants.
In a post on X, Selvam questioned how such large transactions could take place without triggering security alerts. He also asked the chief minister to explain the alleged lapse.
The BJP leader criticised Vijay’s social media supporters, saying that managing online campaigns and running a state government were two different responsibilities.
Media reports have suggested that investigators are examining the possible involvement of an international cybercrime network. Chennai Cyber Crime Police are reportedly investigating the transactions, including the IP addresses used and the bank accounts that received the money.
The state government has not issued a detailed response in the reports cited.
The alleged fraud is under investigation, and the circumstances surrounding the reported transfers are yet to be fully established.
