CM Vijay Dismisses Vigilance Chief Amid Appointment Row

The Chief Minister of the state has dismissed the vigilance chief after a dispute over his appointment. The appointment, which was made without following the usual procedures, has been criticized by opposition parties and civil society groups. The CM cited concerns over the candidate’s qualifications and alleged nepotism as reasons for the dismissal. A new appointment is expected soon, while the government says it will review the appointment process to prevent future controversies.