Published Nov 15, 2026 | 9:26 PM ⚊ Updated Nov 15, 2026 | 9:26 PM
MLA C. Arul Vignesh had allegedly misbehaved with the Collector after trespassing into her residence in an intoxicated state.
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has taken suo motu cognisance of a media report regarding allegations that TVK’s Kallakurichi MLA C. Arul Vignesh sent obscene messages and misbehaved with Kallakurichi District Collector J.E. Padmaja.
According to a statement by the women’s Commission, Chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar has written to the Tamil Nadu DGP seeking a fair and impartial enquiry into the allegations, including examination of the representations reportedly made by the District Collector to senior officials and the action taken thereon.
The Commission has also called for the preservation and examination of relevant digital evidence.
The NCW, in its statement, emphasised that the matter must be investigated without any political or external influence, irrespective of the position held by the person concerned.
“The dignity, safety and security of women public officials must be upheld without exception. No position or influence can place anyone above accountability for alleged harassment or misconduct,” the Commission said.
The Commission has sought a detailed Action Taken Report (ATR) within 7 days.
According to reports, the MLA had allegedly misbehaved with the Collector after trespassing into her residence in an intoxicated state. He has also been accused of sending her obscene messages. The Collector has reportedly complained to higher officials regarding the incident.
The allegations have triggered a political storm, with the DMK targeting Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay over inaction.
“Under this incompetent TVK administration, law and order has broken down across Tamil Nadu, with murders, robberies and other crimes occurring one after another. Now, a TVK MLA has left even the District Collector without protection. In that case, what protection does the Chief Secretary think he can provide this collector simply by assigning a dedicated security officer?” asked DMK MP Kanimozhi.
Congress MP Jothimani condemned the allegations and sought a proper investigation into the incident.
“If these reports circulating on social media are true, a proper investigation must be conducted and strict action must be taken,” Jothimani said.
(Edited by Fayisa CA)
