The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday questioned the daughter of Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan for several hours in connection with the CMRL (Cooperative Medical Research Laboratory) case. The interrogation, which lasted for hours, took place at the ED's office in Kochi.
Background of the Case
The CMRL case pertains to alleged financial irregularities and misappropriation of funds. The ED had earlier conducted raids at the residences of Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan in Thiruvananthapuram and Kannur last month as part of the investigation.
Questioning Details
According to sources, Vijayan's daughter was questioned about her role and knowledge of the transactions related to CMRL. She is reported to have cooperated with the investigating agency.
The ED has been probing the case for several months, and the questioning of the Chief Minister's family members marks a significant development in the investigation.
Political Reactions
The opposition parties in Kerala have demanded a thorough investigation into the matter, while the ruling party has accused the central agencies of political vendetta. The state government has maintained that all transactions were legal and transparent.
The ED is expected to continue its probe and may summon other individuals connected to the case in the coming days.
