Thiruvananthapuram, June 22, 2026: The Veena Vijayan ED summons 2026 case has gained fresh attention. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has asked Veena Vijayan, daughter of former Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, to appear for questioning on June 29.The agency is investigating the CMRL money laundering case. This will be Veena Vijayan’s second appearance before the ED in the matter.
ED Calls Veena Vijayan Again
Veena Vijayan appeared before ED officials in Kochi on June 17. The questioning lasted for more than nine hours.After reviewing her statement and other documents, officials decided to question her again. As a result, the agency issued a fresh notice. The ED also checked her bank lockers in Thiruvananthapuram on June 19. Investigators continue to collect evidence and examine financial records.
What Is the CMRL Case?
The case involves alleged payments made by Cochin Minerals and Rutile Limited (CMRL) to Exalogic Solutions Pvt Ltd, a company owned by Veena Vijayan. Investigators claim CMRL paid ₹2.78 crore to Exalogic. They allege the company received no services in return.
The ED is examining whether these transactions violated financial laws. The agency is also checking if the money qualifies as proceeds of crime under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).
Loan Transaction Under Scrutiny
Investigators are also examining a ₹50 lakh loan given to Exalogic.
According to the ED, Empower India Capital Investments Pvt Ltd provided the loan. The company has links to CMRL Managing Director Sasidharan Kartha.
Officials claim Exalogic failed to repay the loan within the agreed period.
SFIO Complaint Started the Probe
The ED launched its investigation after receiving a complaint from the Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO). In April 2025, the SFIO filed a prosecution complaint before a court in Ernakulam. The SFIO alleged that Exalogic and CMRL entered into a financial arrangement without genuine business services. The case gained attention after an Income Tax Department search in 2019. Investigators reportedly found financial irregularities and suspected fictitious expenditure worth around ₹130 crore.
Investigation Continues
The ED has not reached a final conclusion. Officials continue to examine documents, bank records, and witness statements. The agency will question Veena Vijayan again on June 29, 2026. Political observers continue to follow the case closely because of its high-profile nature and its connection to the family of former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan.