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Tamil Nadu industrialist Veeramani under POCSO probe for alleged paedophilia

Veeramani, a prominent industrialist in Tamil Nadu, is now the focus of a widening investigation under the POCSO Act for alleged paedophilia. The case, dubbed the ‘Epstein case of Tamil Nadu’, began last year but received a fresh court order this year that prompted police to gather additional digital evidence and identify several victims. While the scale is smaller than the American counterpart, investigators say a covert network of sexual abusers operated for years.

Tamil Nadu industrialist Veeramani under POCSO probe for alleged paedophilia
Tamil Nadu industrialist Veeramani under POCSO probe for alleged paedophiliaPhoto via The Hindu — National

Veeramani, known for his real‑estate and granite businesses, has been under scrutiny since last year after allegations of child sexual abuse surfaced. In a recent court‑ordered probe, police searched his properties and recovered new digital material that pointed to multiple victims.

The investigation, conducted under the POCSO Act, has led authorities to identify a network of abusers who allegedly operated covertly for years. While the scale of the operation is far smaller than that of the infamous American case, the findings underscore the presence of a hidden system of sexual exploitation in the region.

Officials say the fresh evidence will be central to the forthcoming trial, which will determine the extent of Veeramani’s involvement and any legal penalties. The case continues to attract media attention and has prompted discussions on child protection laws in India.

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