Chennai, 13 August (H.S.) : In a significant development in the Rs 150 crore property tax scam at the Madurai Corporation, the police have arrested the husband of Mayor Indrani. The arrest comes as part of the ongoing investigation into the alleged scam, which involves manipulation of property tax records and collection of bribes from builders and property owners.
According to sources, the police have been probing the role of several officials and individuals, including Mayor Indrani's husband, in the scam. The investigation has revealed that the accused had allegedly collected huge sums of money from builders and property owners in exchange for favorable treatment in property tax assessments.
The arrest has sent shockwaves through the city, with many calling for greater accountability and transparency in the functioning of the Madurai Corporation. The police are expected to further investigate the matter and bring all those involved in the scam to justice.
The scam is believed to have been operational for several years, with the accused allegedly manipulating property tax records and collecting bribes from builders and property owners. The investigation is ongoing, and the police are working to unravel the entire network of those involved in the scam.
The arrest of Mayor Indrani's husband has raised questions about the extent of her knowledge and involvement in the scam. The matter is likely to have significant implications for the city's politics and administration.
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Hindusthan Samachar / Dr. R. B. Chaudhary