BJP questions Minister Rajmohan’s claim of bribery for Tamil Nadu Iyal Isai Nataka Mandram chairman post
He questioned why the TVK Minister Rajmohan had not lodged a complaint
On November 3, 2026, BJP State unit president Nainar Nagenthran raised questions about Tamil Nadu School Education Minister Rajmohan's claim that he was offered a bribe of up to ₹5 crore to become the chairman of the Tamil Nadu Iyal Isai Nataka Mandram. Nagenthran demanded answers from the government regarding why the individual responsible for the alleged bribe had not been identified or arrested under the Prevention of Corruption Act.
He also criticized the Minister for not filing a complaint through the government's anti-corruption helpline or reporting the offer to the Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC) sooner. DMK leader I. Paranthaman called for a DVAC inquiry into Rajmohan's allegation, pointing out that the Minister only disclosed the offer on November 1, without mentioning the identity of the person who made it.
Nagenthran also questioned why Textbook and Educational Services Corporation chairman Layola Mani had allegedly been approached by the individual seeking access to the Minister, suggesting potential financial ties. The BJP leader reminded the public of Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay's public plea against corruption, stating that the incident raised concerns about corruption at the highest levels of government.
He challenged Rajmohan to identify the alleged briber and explain the lack of action taken against them.
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