The Central Crime Branch (CCB) of Chennai Police has issued a summons to former Tamil Nadu minister and DMK MLA SS Sivasankar in connection with a ₹23 lakh government job fraud case, marking a fresh development in the ongoing anti-corruption investigation under the current Tamil Nadu government.
According to officials, Sivasankar has been asked to appear for questioning at 10 am on July 1 as part of the probe into FIR No. 0061/2026 registered at CCB-I on June 23. The case involves allegations that a retired police Sub-Inspector was cheated on the promise of securing a government job.
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The complainant, Srinivasan, has alleged that he was introduced to the former minister through a man named Elanchezhiyan, who claimed to be Sivasankar’s personal assistant when he served as Transport Minister in 2023. The complainant further alleged that Elanchezhiyan assured him he had direct access to the minister and could facilitate a government job in exchange for ₹23 lakh.
Srinivasan has also claimed that he met Sivasankar at the Secretariat, where the minister allegedly assured him that the money would be routed appropriately to secure the job. He further alleged that Sivasankar spoke to him on multiple occasions over the phone, reinforcing trust in the deal. However, the former minister has denied any connection with Elanchezhiyan or involvement in the alleged fraud.
Police officials said the alleged offence took place from March 25, 2023 onwards and includes charges under Sections 419 (cheating by impersonation), 420 (cheating and dishonestly inducing delivery of property), and 120B (criminal conspiracy) of the Indian Penal Code. Elanchezhiyan, identified as the primary accused, was arrested on June 24.
Investigators have also seized and sealed properties belonging to the accused in Ariyalur district as part of the ongoing probe. Authorities have sought police custody of the accused for further interrogation to trace the money trail and identify other possible links in the alleged scam.
The complainant has stated in the FIR that legal action should be taken against Sivasankar if evidence of his involvement emerges during the investigation. According to police sources, Elanchezhiyan allegedly misused claims of proximity to senior political leadership to gain the trust of multiple victims.
Senior officials said the investigation is progressing and further arrests and financial recoveries are expected as the probe expands into related transactions and communications.
Meanwhile, political reactions have surfaced around the case, with some observers suggesting possible political motivations behind the allegations. However, investigators maintain that the case is being handled strictly based on documentary and digital evidence.
The CCB continues to examine financial records, phone records, and witness statements to establish the exact role of each individual involved in the alleged job fraud network.
