Minister for Energy Resources and Law R. Nirmalkumar on Tuesday (July 7, 2026) said the allegations of irregularities in the appointment of government pleaders in lower courts were baseless and the appointments were being made in a transparent manner.

Speaking to journalists at Secretariat in Chennai, the Minister said false information was being spread alleging corruption in the appointment of government pleaders in lower courts in the State. “Those claims were not true. District Collectors are scrutinising the profiles of applicants and conducting thorough background verification,” he said.

“The appointment of government pleaders is being carried out in a 100% fair and transparent manner. Nearly 5,000 applications have been received from across the State. If there are any allegations of accepting money or misusing someone’s name, a complaint can be lodged and strict action will be taken,” he said.

He also said so far, appointments have been made only in three districts. The selection process is continuing in the remaining districts. At present, only temporary appointments are being made for six months.

“Conducting police verification of an applicant does not mean that the person has been appointed. It is only part of the background verification process. After 45 years, the appointment of government pleaders is being carried out in a transparent manner,” he added