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R. Veeramani POCSO case sparks political row in Tamil Nadu
The POCSO case involving Gem Granites founder R. Veeramani has escalated into a major political controversy in Tamil Nadu. The investigation centers on CCTV footage from 2019, allegedly showing the sexual abuse of a 13-year-old girl, which was submitted to the Chennai Police Commissioner's office via a pen drive.
Law Minister R. Nirmalkumar has accused the DMK of attempting to shield Veeramani, questioning why the government previously submitted a closure report in February 2026 citing insufficient evidence and an inability to identify the victim. Nirmalkumar asserted that Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay is monitoring the case to ensure impartial action.
The Central Crime Branch (CCB) has arrested Ganesan, a former Gem Granites employee, after recovering a video allegedly involving a minor from his mobile phone. Investigators are currently examining digital evidence to trace the origin and transmission of the footage. The case has become a central flashpoint in ongoing by-election campaigns, with political leaders trading accusations regarding the handling of sexual assault cases in the state.
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Chennai · Chennai Police · Ganesan · Gem Granites · Gem Group · Gem Veera Mani · Mahendra Simkan · R. Nirmalkumar · R. Veeramani · Tamil Nadu · Vijay
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- [● 2 SOURCES] A pen drive containing CCTV footage from 2019, allegedly showing the sexual abuse of a 13-year-old girl by R. Veeramani, was submitted to the Chennai Police Commissioner's office on October 6, 2025. www.hindutamil.in
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Special POCSO Court rejected a police report that had attempted to close the case in February 2026 due to the inability to identify the victim. www.hindutamil.in
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The settlement funds were reportedly transferred to the bank account of Veeramani’s assistant, Ganesan, after selling assets worth approximately ₹100 crore on ECR.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Approximately ₹70 crore was allegedly paid as a settlement to police officers, politicians, and influential figures to protect Gem Granites owner R. Veeramani.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The abuse allegedly took place at the residence or bungalow of Mahendra Simkan, the manager of Gem Software Solutions. www.hindutamil.in
- [○ 1 SOURCE] R. Veeramani has been arrested in connection with a POCSO case.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Central Crime Branch (CCB) Wing of Chennai Police arrested Ganesan, a former employee of Gem Granites, after recovering a video allegedly involving a minor from his mobile phone. thefederal.com