A committee will be set up for transparent procurement of library books: Minister Rajmohan

Rajmohan | Photo credit: B. JOTHI RAMALINGAM

Education Minister Rajmohan said on Tuesday that discussions are on to set up a committee to buy books for libraries in a transparent manner.

Speaking to reporters in Chennai about the suspected book scam in the library, he said, “We have to ensure that the purchase of books is done transparently. The committee will consist of authors besides officials and readers. New purchase orders for books will be issued by December for all libraries.”

Pointing to a complaint lodged with the DVAC, he said, “We will follow all procedures to ensure that the culprits are punished. Further, purchase orders for a new library in Tiruchi have been cancelled.”

The minister added that authorities will identify and “seal” all fake books. “We have not bought any books since we came to power,” he said.

Published – 10 Nov 2026 22:05 IST