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Messi visit row: Keralam’s UDF govt finalises terms of reference for SIT probe into LDF’s botched move

Home Department on Thursday constituted an SIT, headed by ADGP, Law and Order, P. Vijayan, to conduct a comprehensive probe into previous government’s alleged collaboration with a private sponsor

Messi visit row: Keralam’s UDF govt finalises terms of reference for SIT probe into LDF’s botched move

The United Democratic Front (UDF) government in Kerala has finalized the terms of reference for a Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe into alleged misconduct by the previous Left Democratic Front (LDF) government. The probe will focus on corruption, nepotism, and alleged collaboration with private sponsors and media outlets in their bid to host a friendly match featuring Lionel Messi in 2025.

The SIT, headed by Additional Director General of Police, Law and Order, P. Vijayan, will investigate the legality of the administrative process, legality of the sponsor's selection, and the legality of the financial transactions involved. The investigation could lead to potential referrals to the Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau (VACB) and subsequent money laundering inquiries.

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