Income Tax Department Complains Against Tamil Nadu Congress President K. Selvaperunthagai
I-T Department files complaint against TNCC president Selvaperunthagai
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The Income Tax Department has lodged a complaint with Chennai Police against K. Selvaperunthagai, president of the Tamil Nadu Congress Committee, for allegedly spreading false information about being unlawfully confined during a search operation in Sriperumbudur on April 20. The complaint follows his claims made on social media and to the press.
- 01Income Tax Department filed a complaint against K. Selvaperunthagai.
- 02Allegations involve false claims of unlawful confinement during a search.
- 03The incident reportedly occurred on April 20 in Sriperumbudur.
- 04Selvaperunthagai made statements on social media and to the media.
- 05The complaint was officially announced by the Income Tax Commissioner.
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The Income Tax Department has filed a complaint with the Chennai Police against K. Selvaperunthagai, the president of the Tamil Nadu Congress Committee, for allegedly disseminating false information. The complaint stems from a social media post made by Selvaperunthagai on April 20, where he claimed that officials unlawfully confined him during a search operation in Sriperumbudur, preventing him from fulfilling his political duties and engaging in election-related activities. V. Rajitha, the Commissioner of Income Tax and Official Spokesperson for the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), stated that the allegations were reiterated by Selvaperunthagai in media interactions on the same day. The case raises questions about the conduct of political figures and the implications of their statements during election periods.
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This incident highlights the scrutiny political figures face regarding their statements, especially during election periods, which may affect public perception and trust.
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