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Madras HC calls for closing corruption case against former Minister C. Vijayabaskar and educationist Ishari K. Ganesh

Published July 5, 2026 at 3:42 PM UTC

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In a significant development, the Madras High Court has directed the closure of the corruption case against former Tamil Nadu Health Minister C. Vijayabaskar and educationist Ishari K. Ganesh. The case, which had been under investigation for several years, alleged irregularities in the issuance of an Essentiality Certificate to Vels Medical College in 2020. The Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC) had conducted searches at multiple locations, including the residences of Vijayabaskar and Ganesh, as well as the Vels Medical College campus. The DVAC's investigation focused on allegations that Vijayabaskar had influenced the inspection team to grant the certificate, despite the college not meeting the required standards. The closure of the case has raised questions about the effectiveness of anti-corruption measures in the state and the accountability of public officials.