CMRL pay-off: Shone George files plea seeking to attach Veena's assets

BJP LEADER Shone George on Saturday filed a petition with the Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO) seeking the attachment of properties of the accused, including Chief Minister's daughter, Veena T, in connection with the CMRL pay-off case.

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Speaking to reporters in Kochi, Shone said he would approach the Kerala High Court seeking a probe by central agencies, including the CBI and ED, based on SFIO's findings in the case.

Shone alleged that the SFIO's investigation revealed misappropriation of ₹282 crore in CMRL, of which ₹2.8 crore was paid to Veena and her company, Exalogic Solutions.

"There must now be a disgorgement process so that the misappropriated money can be recovered. The Companies Act allows for this. The assets of the accused, including Veena, should be attached. I have submitted a petition to the SFIO to that effect," he said.

According to Shone, the quid pro quo behind CMRL's payments to Veena must be investigated.