The Kerala High Court has ordered a re-investigation into the Masapadi (monthly bribe) case, paving the way for the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to intensify its probe into the money laundering allegations. The case involves allegations that bribes were paid to the family of former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, including his daughter Veena Vijayan, in exchange for government contracts.

The ED had been moving slowly on the case, but the High Court’s decision has removed legal hurdles. Sources indicate that the ED will now question officials of CMRL company to trace the source of the funds. The investigation could potentially implicate not only Veena Vijayan but also her husband, former minister Muhammad Riyas, and even Pinarayi Vijayan himself. With the change in government in Kerala, the protective shield that previously existed is gone, and the accused may face arrest under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act.

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