Tamil Nadu CM Vijay's MLA In Trouble As NCW Asks DGP To Probe 'Obscene Message' To Collector

Chennai: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam MLA from C Arul Vignesh is facing scrutiny from the National Commission for Women (NCW) following allegations that he sent "obscene message" to Kallakurichi District Collector J E Padmaja. The NCW took notice of media reports about the MLA allegedly sending obscene WhatsApp messages to the Collector, and also alleged earlier misconduct and the MLA's visit to the Collector's home while intoxicated.

NCW Chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar has written to the Tamil Nadu DGP requesting a thorough and unbiased investigation into the allegations, including the examination of representations from the District Collector and the subsequent actions taken. The Commission emphasized the need to preserve and examine relevant digital evidence, and stressed the importance of investigating the matter free from any political or external influence, regardless of the person's position.

They demanded a detailed Action Taken Report (ATR) within a week and called for the preservation of women public officials' dignity, safety, and security without exception, stating that no position or influence can exempt anyone from accountability for alleged harassment or misconduct.