A Special Investigation Team (SIT) investigating child sexual abuse allegations against Gem Granites founder R. Veeramani has filed its first charge sheet in one of the cases. The charge sheet has been submitted under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act and other relevant laws. State Public Prosecutor R. John Sathyan informed the Madras High Court about the development on November 12, 2026.
During the hearing before Justice V. Lakshminarayanan, the prosecutor stated that the first charge sheet was filed before a special court in Chennai on November 11, 2026. He also informed the court that the investigation team was preparing additional charge sheets in the other cases. These are expected to be filed over the next 10 to 15 days.
Meanwhile, Veeramani’s daughter, Archana, has approached the Madras High Court with a separate petition alleging human rights violations by the SIT. Another development in the investigation involves the seizure of a third video that allegedly shows Veeramani sexually abusing a minor. The video is being treated as part of the ongoing investigation.
After considering the latest developments, the High Court adjourned two related petitions until November 30, 2026. The judge also examined a status report submitted by the SIT and appreciated the progress made by the investigation team in handling the sensitive cases. He directed the High Court Registry to keep the report safely and produce it during the next hearing.
The SIT has been regularly submitting investigation reports to the court following the filing of writ petitions seeking a transfer of the case to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). However, the judge had earlier rejected the request to transfer the investigation, allowing the SIT to continue its work without unnecessary interference.
During the latest hearing, the prosecutor also informed the court that the SIT was examining whether any individuals had attempted to protect Veeramani or interfere with the investigation. This aspect is being investigated as part of the wider case.
The prosecutor further explained that the investigation team was avoiding media briefings to protect sensitive details and prevent important information from being leaked during the investigation. The High Court is expected to review the SIT’s progress again when the petitions come up for hearing on November 30.