TVK MLA sent inappropriate messages to IAS officer, alleges Kanimozhi

According to an India Today report, DMK MP Kanimozhi has claimed that TVK MLA Arul Vignesh sent inappropriate WhatsApp messages to the District Collector of Kallakurichi and harassed her. Citing reports circulating on social media, Kanimozhi raised the issue through a post on X on Monday. She claimed that the MLA had sent inappropriate text messages to Kallakurichi District Collector J. Padmaja, went to the Collector's residence in an inebriated state, and harassed her. It was also claimed that a dedicated security officer was subsequently assigned to the Collector.

Responding to these allegations, TVK MLA Arul Vignesh on Tuesday rejected all the claims and termed them rumors. He also accused Kanimozhi of playing "dirty politics". Vignesh stated that he had done nothing wrong and questioned how he could enter the Collector's residence, which is protected by security personnel and where CCTV cameras are also installed. He said that everyone has become aware of these rumors and that they are completely untrue. He also stated that he is ready to prove that he has made no mistake, though he did not clarify what kind of test or investigation he was referring to.

MLA Vignesh alleged that these reports are part of a disinformation campaign run by the DMK's IT wing. He added that he is here to serve the people, not to answer such rumors. Reacting to the matter, Tamil Nadu School Education Minister Rajmohan stated on Tuesday that a detailed and impartial inquiry will be conducted into these allegations. He told reporters that formal legal action will be initiated upon receiving an official complaint.

Minister Rajmohan clarified that under the Chief Minister's administration, if an allegation is made against anyone, a thorough investigation is conducted and action is taken without any bias. The Vijay government's policy is zero tolerance against harassment, regardless of the accused's political background or position. He added that strict legal action will be taken if these allegations are proven true.