Tamil NaduTuesday, 6 October 2026·The Hindu - Tamil Nadu
DVAC probe into alleged ₹4,730-crore sand mining scam in Tamil Nadu
In October 2026, the DVAC began a detailed inquiry into an alleged ₹4,730-crore sand mining scam in Tamil Nadu based on an ED complaint and evidence from 28 river-sand mining sites.
Key highlights
Direct fact
On 5 October 2026, the Tamil Nadu DVAC launched a detailed inquiry into an alleged ₹4,730-crore sand mining scam, based on a complaint from the Enforcement Directorate and evidence linked to 28 river-sand mining sites.
Key specifics
- The alleged scam value was quantified at ₹4,730 crore.
- The ED had written to the Tamil Nadu DGP on 13 June 2024 seeking FIR registration.
- A reminder was sent to the DGP on 18 July 2024, according to the report.
- The investigation referred to 28 river-sand mining sites across Tamil Nadu.
- The ED said the case was registered under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002.
Exam lens
Question type: Tamil Nadu governance, anti-corruption bodies, economic offences. TNPSC one-liner: “Which agency began the inquiry, what was the alleged scam amount, and how many river-sand sites were examined?”