Chennai: T.R Pachamuthu, founder chancellor of SRM University and chairman of the SRM group, was arrested by the Chennai police on Friday on charges of alleged collection of capitation fee for admission in SRM medical college. “Pachamuthu has been arrested by CCB (Central Crime Branch) sleuths,” a top police official told PTI. Parents had alleged they were duped after being promised medical seats in colleges run by the SRM group, and a case was filed by police. Pachamuthu had strongly denied any link whatsoever with Madhan and said all admissions were being done transparently. Police had named Madhan, perceived to be close to Pachamuthu, and his associates in the FIR (first information report) on the basis of the complaints.

Source: Mint August 26, 2016 12:22 UTC