Enforcement Directorate Continues Probe with Fresh Notice to Veena T

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has issued a fresh summons to Veena T, daughter of former Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, directing her to appear before its Kochi unit on June 17 in connection with an ongoing money laundering investigation involving minerals company CMRL.

According to sources, the central agency had initially asked Veena to appear for questioning on Friday as part of its probe under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).

However, Veena reportedly sought additional time through an email communication to the ED, citing health-related issues that prevented her from appearing before investigators as scheduled.

Taking note of her request, the agency issued a fresh summons, rescheduling her appearance for June 17.

The case pertains to the ED’s investigation into alleged financial irregularities involving CMRL, with the agency examining various transactions and gathering evidence to determine whether any proceeds of crime were generated and subsequently laundered.

While the ED has not publicly disclosed specific details regarding the scope of Veena’s questioning, the fresh summons signals the continuation of the agency’s efforts to record statements and collect information relevant to the probe.

The development has drawn political attention in Kerala, given Veena’s familial connection to veteran CPI(M) leader and former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan. However, officials maintain that the investigation is proceeding in accordance with legal procedures and that further action will depend on the evidence gathered during the course of the inquiry.

The ED is expected to continue its examination of documents, financial records, and witness testimonies as part of the ongoing money laundering investigation.