The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted raids at properties owned by former AIADMK minister Vaithilingam in connection with a corruption case. The raids are being carried out at his residence in Orathanadu, Thanjavur district, and at his room in the MLA hostel in Chennai.
The raids are reportedly linked to allegations that Vaithilingam accepted a bribe of ₹28 crore from a construction company during his tenure as a minister. The investigation is focused on financial irregularities and suspected money laundering activities.
Further details on the outcome of the raids and potential legal actions are awaited.