VACB raids Thripunithura municipality over building permit violations

The Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau (VACB) conducted a raid at the Thripunithura municipality on March 17, 2025. This action followed reports of officials issuing building permits against regulations. The investigation focused on a 25-storey building allegedly constructed in violation of Coastal Regulation Zone norms. The raid began at 10:45 a.m. and continued into the evening. VACB plans to submit a report on the operation soon, which will lead to further actions.