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‘No Letter, No Meeting Request’: Election Commission Questions Rahul Gandhi’s Intent

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The Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued a detailed and pointed response to the Congress’ allegations regarding a sharp surge in voter turnout during the 2024 Maharashtra Assembly elections. The statement, coming after Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge echoed Rahul Gandhi’s concerns in a public post, dismisses the claims as unfounded and politically motivated, while also questioning the procedural conduct of the Congress leadership.

Sources within the ECI said that despite making serious public allegations, Rahul Gandhi has not approached the Commission formally. “Even after two days of making his baseless assertions, Rahul Gandhi has not sent any complaint or letter, nor has he requested an appointment to meet the ECI. Why?” the source asked.

Sources described the silence as a lack of intent to engage constructively. The Commission clarified that the Congress party had already received a formal reply to its earlier queries on December 24, 2024. This response, according to the ECI, is publicly available on its official website, contradicting claims of a lack of transparency. Refuting the charges of deliberate opacity in the electoral roll process, the ECI advised District Congress Presidents to appoint Booth Level Agents (BLAs) at every polling booth and actively participate in the annual process of electoral roll updates, sources said.

The Commission sources added that it has been conducting training programmes for BLAs of all political parties at its dedicated training institute and encouraged the Congress to make full use of these opportunities to avoid any “misconceptions”. The sources further asserted that if the Congress chooses not to engage in the roll revision process, it should at least trust the Booth Level Officers (BLOs) appointed by the Electoral Registration Officers (EROs) under Section 13B(2) of the Representation of the People Act, 1950.

These officials, the ECI sources noted, function as part of a statutory framework to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the electoral rolls. The EC sources also reminded the public that the preparation of electoral rolls, conduct of polls, and counting of votes are overseen by statutory authorities such as the ERO, Presiding Officer (PRO), and Returning Officer (RO), all of whom work under the ECI’s constitutional mandate under Article 324. Ultimately, it stressed, it is the voters who decide the outcome of elections, not the administrative process. In a strongly worded final remark, ECI sources took aim at what they described as a pattern of political deflection by the Congress.

They said any party preparing for electoral outcomes should do so in the political domain, not by “fighting the referee”. The Commission sources concluded, “The electors of India are intelligent enough to understand why the INC (Indian National Congress) keeps fighting the referee whenever it loses an election.”

–IANS

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“Rise In Child Marriage Reason For High POCSO Cases In TN”, Says DMK Min For Social Welfare Geetha Jeevan

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The Tamil Nadu government has mandated the appointment of only female security guards at all government and NGO-run children’s homes and women’s hostels following the sexual assault of a 13-year-old girl by a male guard at a state-run shelter home in Tambaram.

The incident occurred early morning on 8 June 2025 when the accused watchman, Mathew, allegedly assaulted the new resident while other staff members were absent. The victim, who had joined the facility just five days earlier, sustained leg injuries and underwent successful surgery at Rajiv Gandhi Government Hospital.

Social Welfare Minister Geetha Jeevan confirmed the arrest of the accused guard based on CCTV evidence from the facility’s eight cameras. “The Chief Minister has ordered strict action in all cases of violence against women and children,” Jeevan stated during a press conference while appealing to the media to protect the survivor’s identity after her mother reported distress over personal details circulating on YouTube.

In a significant policy shift, the department has initiated criminal proceedings against the arrested guard. They have also ordered the replacement of all male guards with female security personnel and launched an audit of safety protocols across childcare institutions

The assault revealed alarming gaps in institutional safeguards:

  • The warden was on unauthorized leave during the incident
  • Despite 130 residents, only a cook was present overnight
  • Previous complaints against staff were nonexistent, with children describing the accused as “fatherly“

“This was a trusted employee with 21 years of service,” admitted Jeevan. “That such an incident occurred with a new child makes us question whom to trust.”

The government announced additional measures such as the installation of more CCTV cameras, mandatory female staff presence during nights, strengthening of school complaint mechanisms like ‘Student’s Mind’ boxes, and enhanced monitoring of child helpline 1098.

POCSO & Increase In Child Marriages – What Connection?

The minister also disclosed concerning trends in child welfare, revealing that 48% of rising POCSO cases stem from teenage love affairs leading to underage marriages. When asked if the percentage of child marriages had increased in the state, Jeevan said, “In many instances, we have mentioned that in the case of child marriages, especially marriages where they themselves come forward to marry before 18, all these are registered under child marriage and also under the POCSO Act. Therefore, more than half of the increase in POCSO Act cases is due to child marriages where they themselves come forward to marry due to their love affairs, which is 48%. 48% is due to love affairs/love marriages. That is a reason for the increase in POCSO Act cases. Child marriage is a reason for that and also teenage pregnancy. The main reason for all these three – 48% – is love marriage. We are constantly saying that marriage should happen after completing 18 years.”

Now this is a problematic figure. The number of reported child marriages in Tamil Nadu rose sharply by 55.6% between 2023 and 2024. In 2023, there were 1,054 child marriages. In just 11 months of 2024 (Jan–Nov), the number increased to 1,640. RTI data from the Directorate of Social Welfare reveals that Tamil Nadu witnessed a 45% rise in child marriage cases in 2020 compared to 2019.

So despite labelling themselves as Dravidian Model or progressive model, the state still is regressive when it comes to such social evils.

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DMK Cadre Among Seven Convicted By Nellai Court In Hindi Script Defacement Case At Palayamkottai Railway Station

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In a significant judgment, the Nellai District Court has convicted seven individuals, including a senior functionary of the DMK (Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam), in connection with the defacement of Hindi signage at the Palayamkottai Railway Station.

The incident occurred on 23 February 2025, when members of the DMK blackened the Hindi word “Palayamkottai” on a notice board at the station. The protest was part of a demonstration against the central government’s three-language policy, with participants raising slogans such as “Long live Tamil” (“தமிழ் வாழ்க”) to assert linguistic rights and regional identity.

Following legal proceedings, the case was heard in the Fourth Judicial Magistrate Court (Main Criminal Division). The court sentenced the seven accused, including Rajavarman Kannan, Deputy Secretary of the DMK’s State Executive Committee, to one month of imprisonment. However, all accused were granted release upon payment of a fine of ₹1,000 each.

In February 2025, DMK cadres defaced Hindi words on the boards of central government offices and buildings at locations including Sankarankoil, Pollachi, and Palayamkottai railway stations, as well as on the boards and banners at the Parangi Malai post office and BSNL office.

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DMK-Supporting Dravidianist YouTuber Senthil Vel Tells Christians Not To Vote For Vijay

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In a provocative appeal that many have criticized as communally divisive, Senthil Vel a known Dravidianist sympathizer and former anchor of Maalai Murasu, now running the Tamil Kelvi YouTube channel openly urged minority voters, especially Christians, not to support actor-turned-politician Vijay in the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Instead, he advocated for supporting the ruling DMK.

Senthil Vel’s core argument was rooted in fearmongering, he claimed that voting for anyone other than the DMK, including Vijay, would pave the way for the BJP’s entry into Tamil Nadu. This message, widely seen as an attempt to polarize voters along religious lines, has drawn backlash for promoting communal divisions under the guise of political analysis.

On social media platform X, he shared a video with the caption stating, “A must-watch video for those who want to vote for Vijay,”.

Senthilvel stated, “I want to emphasize to my minority brothers, especially to the Christians, that a party can only come to power if it secures 40% of the votes. To form a government in Tamil Nadu, it needs to obtain at least 35 to 40 percent of the votes. However, Vijay has no chance of achieving 40% of the votes in this election. His can get 8, 7, or 10 percent—that is his votes. You must understand that he cannot come to power; that is a fact. If you cast your vote for him out of curiosity, thinking that he is a Christian or symbolizes change, then you are effectively voting for the BJP and AIADMK. I want to clarify that I am not accusing him of being affiliated with the AIADMK or BJP. However, your vote for him could lead to the DMK losing 3,000 to 4,000 votes in a constituency, resulting in approximately 10 lost seats. If the AIADMK-BJP alliance is positioned to form a government in Tamil Nadu, and an AIADMK government is established with a BJP cabinet, then no god will be able to save Tamil Nadu afterward. The BJP will ruthlessly expand its hands. Modi said, “Just vote for me once in 2014.” Can we now remove them? No. Once they establish a foothold in Tamil Nadu, they cannot be removed. So, if you vote for Vijay out of curiosity, thinking it is just one vote, may he even be a good person. But if you grasp the reality that he will never be able to contest this election to win and form a government, and you vote from a realistic perspective, you will be making a wise decision. As you prepare to cast your vote, please remember Gujarat, Manipur, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and the tragic fate of Stan Swamy, who was burned alive in a jeep. A pastor came to serve but was burned alive. Keep all of this in mind and cast your vote, as it will benefit you, me, Tamil Nadu, and India.”

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Northern State Man Found Stoned To Death Near Sulur; Police Launch Investigation

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A man from a northern Indian state was found stoned to death in a forested area behind a TASMAC liquor outlet in Arasur, near Sulur.

The body was discovered with the face mutilated, raising suspicions of a brutal murder. Sulur police have launched an investigation to determine the motive behind the killing and identify those responsible.

The exact cause and circumstances of the murder remain unknown. Investigations are ongoing.

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Thug Life, Which Is About an Old Lustful Gangster Two-Timing Between His Wife And Mistress, Gets U/A While Paramasivan Fathima, Which Debates Religious Conversion, Gets ‘A’

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In a stark reminder of the ideological double standards in India’s censor board decisions, the recently released Tamil film Thug Life, a slick yet sleazy gangster drama featuring Kamal Haasan, has walked away with a U/A certificate despite depicting morally questionable themes and vulgar relational dynamics. Meanwhile, Paramasivan Fathima, a film exploring the contentious issue of religious conversion and rooted in Tamil spiritual heritage, has been slapped with an ‘A’ certificate—even after 14 censor cuts.

The Hypocrisy Of Certification

Thug Life, directed by the celebrated Mani Ratnam and starring Kamal Haasan and Silambarasan TR, sells itself as a gritty gangster epic. In reality, the plot is a regressive, cringe-worthy mess. The central storyline revolves around Rangaraya Sakthivel, an ageing gangster played by Haasan, who juggles between a wife and a mistress (Trisha Krishnan) in a disturbingly casual affair. What’s worse is the later development where Simbu’s character, raised as a son by Haasan’s character, takes over his father figure’s mistress as his own romantic partner—with no emotional or ethical reckoning.

Despite this distasteful, sleazy narrative arc, the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) issued Thug Life a U/A (16+) certificate with only two minor mutings of cuss words—allowing it easy access to theatrical releases, satellite deals, and OTT platforms.

In contrast, Paramasivan Fathima, directed and produced by a relatively lesser-known filmmaker, offers a strong cultural commentary on the impact of religious conversions in rural Tamil Nadu. Drawing inspiration from the Periyapuranam, the film critically examines how missionary activity—often disguised as charity—can erode familial and cultural structures in Tamil society. It also highlights the contradiction of Christian institutions receiving state aid while openly promoting religious indoctrination.

Despite addressing serious societal issues without any explicit vulgarity or gory violence, Paramasivan Fathima received an ‘A’ certificate, limiting its theatrical scope, blocking its access to major satellite and OTT deals, and severely affecting the producer’s financial prospects. The filmmaker has publicly lamented that the A certification, unjustified in content terms, is costing him key distribution deals even though the lead actor has significant market value.

“I’ve already agreed to 14 cuts. But the A certificate means I can’t sell to FMS or satellite. Everyone is asking, why this film? Why this label for this content?” said the director at a recent press interview with Pesu Tamizha Pesu.

Ideology or Certification?

The disparity raises uncomfortable questions. If Thug Life—a film that portrays extra-marital affairs, regressive gender politics, and a plot twist straight out of soft-core melodrama—can get away with a U/A certificate under the guise of artistic freedom and “raw gangster cinema,” why is a film like Paramasivan Fathima, which interrogates religious conversions and reaffirms Tamil Hindu identity, treated as adult content?

Even more telling is how Thug Life uses its U/A rating to mask deeply problematic content behind the veneer of “mainstream cinema.” Kamal Haasan’s character is not just flawed—he’s glorified, even after cheating on his wife, lying to his son figure, and being complicit in morally bankrupt decisions. The affair, far from being critically explored, is normalized. Trisha’s character, shown first as the father’s mistress and later as the son’s love interest, is a disturbing example of character recycling without a shred of ethical reflection.

Meanwhile, Paramasivan Fathima is cautious, even apologetic in its approach. It critiques colonial tropes, skewers casteist filmmakers, and calls out foreign-funded conversion tactics—but does so through dialogue and metaphors, not blood and sleaze. It reclaims the Tamil spiritual identity without vilifying other faiths—yet is deemed unsafe for a general audience.

Thug Life isn’t just a cinematic failure; it’s a cultural statement in how mediocrity and moral grey zones are rewarded when wrapped in celebrity glamour. Paramasivan Fathima, for all its production flaws, dares to ask difficult questions about identity, faith, and cultural continuity. And for that courage, it pays a steep price.

In the end, this isn’t about one film versus another. It’s about fairness. About whether India’s film certification system can treat all stories equally—without punishing some for challenging narratives that make the elite uncomfortable.

Because if a film about an old gangster lusting over two women gets a U/A, and a film about religious conversion gets an ‘A’—then maybe the real story isn’t just on screen.

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Fact-Check Fail? Bengal Police Claim BJP’s Eid “Blood River” Video Is From Bangladesh, Evidence Suggests Kolkata Location

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A major controversy unfolded in West Bengal on 8 June following the release of three videos by the state BJP unit, showing “rivers of blood” flowing through the streets of Kolkata after the Eid-al-Adha festival. However, the West Bengal Cyber Crime Police quickly dismissed these claims, labeling the videos as “fake” and asserting that the footage actually originated from Bangladesh, not India. What added to the confusion was the fact that, instead of directly addressing the BJP’s videos, the cyber unit relied on unrelated images from Bangladesh circulated by some netizens to discredit the BJP’s allegations. This move sparked criticism, suggesting that the state machinery, which should remain impartial, was being used to spread misleading propaganda.

On 8 June 2025, the West Bengal BJP issued a statement on its official X account along with three videos, claiming, “Yes, this isn’t Dhaka, this is Kolkata. Right here in Chowringhee, Ward 44, the streets turned into rivers of blood. This shocking scene unfolded in the heart of the city on Eid, with no arrangements, no designated places, and absolutely no concern for public safety. People were forced to walk through blood-soaked roads, risking severe infections and diseases, all while the administration stood silent. This is the level to which Mamata Banerjee has gone to appease one specific community. In West Bengal, there seem to be no rules, no guidelines, and no accountability when it comes to this vote-bank. Public spaces are misused, the police stay mute spectators, and law and order vanish, just to protect her politics of appeasement. Is this the price the rest of Bengal must pay? It’s time to rise and throw away this anti-Bengal Sarkar. Mamata Banerjee has stopped being a democratic leader. She is now just a symbol of selective governance and dangerous silence.”

In immediate response, the West Bengal Cyber Crime Unit, tasked with curbing fake news, posted, “A disturbing image falsely linked to Kolkata post-Eid is actually from Dhaka, 2016, after Eid-ul-Adha and heavy rain. It has no connection to West Bengal.”

Yet, critics noted that the BJP’s videos could be verified as showing Sandal Street in Kolkata recognizable by the presence of yellow taxis, West Bengal vehicle number plates, and even the Indian tricolour or possibly the TMC party flag. Furthermore, Mamata Banerjee’s face appeared in the footage.

This discrepancy led netizens to mock the cyber police’s claim, sarcastically asking, “Is this Bangladesh? Is TMC now ruling Bangladesh?”

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IIT Gandhinagar Professor Under Scrutiny For Supporting Separatist Umar Khalid, Hamas Supporters, Here’s How The Institute Has Turned Into A Leftist Den

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IIT Gandhinagar, one of India’s premier technical institutions, is facing mounting criticism over growing ideological radicalization. What was once envisioned as a center of scientific innovation and engineering excellence is now increasingly being called out for political indoctrination, academic bias, and hostility toward mainstream Hindu beliefs.

Professors Under Scrutiny: From Engineering To Ideology

Associate Professor Dr. Amit Arora, a faculty member in the Department of Materials Engineering, recently drew public backlash for his controversial political views shared on social media. Though trained in numerical modeling, additive manufacturing, and friction stir welding, Arora reportedly used his now-deleted X account to support controversial figures such as Umar Khalid—an accused in the 2020 Delhi riots case—and to mock India’s diplomatic actions during wartime. He also appeared to sympathize with Hamas supporters among American students while lamenting Islamophobia.

Critics argue that such behavior is unbecoming of a professor in a taxpayer-funded technical institute and raises serious concerns about the ideological environment being cultivated for young engineering students. 

In one post, responding to a leftist handle that is known to spew venom on traditional Indian/Hindu practices, on the topic of using the name Bharat instead of the name India, Prof Arora replied, “Bharat is their Brahminical, oppressive, and bigoted version of the actual united secular India.” – a very typical reponse by a leftist, Prof Arora proving over and over again his loyalties towards the left by displaying hate for anything Indic or traditional as well as tagging everything as “Brahminical” as is expected of a true-blue leftist.

 

Serious Allegations Of Grooming Culture

Concerns extend beyond ideological leanings. Allegations of inappropriate professor-student relationships, including instances of professors drinking with female students and even marrying them, have been quietly circulating in academic circles. While most lack hard evidence, a few past incidents—such as a dismissed professor from IIT Bombay—have given these whispers some weight. The normalization of such behavior in elite campuses is being viewed with increasing alarm by both parents and academic watchdogs.

Not The First Time In IIT Gandhinagar

In late April 2025, the Humanities Department of IIT Gandhinagar was under the spotlight. You wonder why? For promoting ideologically charged research topics, many of which center around Islamic theology. The situation has sparked national concern, with calls for the Ministry of Education and the IIT Council to investigate the use of taxpayer-funded resources for what critics are calling “ideological indoctrination.”

MA-level thesis topics such as:

  • “Robes of Authority: Sunni Ulama, Sartorial Tradition, and Embodied Piety in Malabar”
  • “Fishing With Faith: Islam, Indigenous Knowledge and Ecological Sustainability in Lakshadweep”
  • “From Gods to Jinn: Ontological Rewriting and the Islamization of Spirits in Kerala”

…have raised eyebrows across the academic and public spectrum.

These projects, approved by faculty members including Nishaant Choksi, Rosa Maria Perez, Madhumita Sengupta, and Sharada Visweswara, have been criticized for veering away from academic neutrality and into religious glorification. Hindu students have alleged discrimination, stating they were discouraged or even threatened when questioning the ideological tilt of the department.

An internal email by Prof. Choksi, warning students of “consequences” for leaking information about these theses, has further fueled claims of intimidation and lack of transparency.

Administrative Silence And Selective Permissions

Adding to the discontent, several students report a pattern of selective administrative decisions that they believe demonstrate institutional bias. For instance, permission for a candlelight vigil in memory of jawans killed in a terror attack in Pahalgam was reportedly denied, while events perceived as sympathetic to the Palestinian cause were allowed in the wake of the October 7 Hamas attack.

Diwali celebrations allegedly faced restrictions, while events critical of Hindu beliefs—like readings from Riddles in Hinduism on Mahashivratri—were permitted without issue.

A student group named Awaam has come under scrutiny for its programming, which has included lectures on “Brahminical Oppression of Women” and birthday celebrations for Periyar, a controversial Dravidian leader known for his anti-Hindu rhetoric.

These incidents have ignited a larger debate about the role and accountability of Humanities departments within IITs. Many critics argue that these departments operate with ideological bias, shielded by the label of academic freedom but unchecked by the scrutiny applied to scientific and technical departments. Calls are growing for either the removal of such departments from IIT campuses or their restructuring to ensure ideological neutrality and transparency.

As the debate rages on, one thing is clear: institutions like IIT Gandhinagar must urgently decide whether they remain centers of scientific excellence—or risk becoming platforms for unchecked ideological agendas.

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Delhi: 9-Year-Old Raped And Murdered, Body Found In Suitcase In Locked Flat, Police Search For Fleeing Suspect Naushad

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In a horrific crime that has sent shockwaves through the capital, a nine-year-old girl was raped and murdered in the Dayalpur area of Northeast Delhi on Bakrid (7 June 2025). The victim’s semi-naked, bloodied body was found stuffed inside a suitcase in a locked apartment, with police now hunting for the prime suspect, a local man identified as Naushad.

According to police reports, the minor had left her home in Nehru Vihar around evening to deliver ice to a relative’s house. When she failed to return, her family launched a search. Witnesses reported seeing the child enter a flat approximately 200 meters from her residence.

After breaking open the locked door, the girl’s father found her unconscious inside a suitcase. She was declared dead at the hospital, with medical reports confirming sexual assault and visible injuries.

North East District DCP Ashish Mishra confirmed the forensic findings and stated that CCTV footage was being examined. The victim’s family has accused a local resident named Naushad, who remains absconding.

The body has been sent for autopsy while police continue their manhunt.

(With inputs from OpIndia)

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Hindu Munnani Slams DMK Govt’s Inaction Over Beef Waste Being Dumped In Vaigai River During Bakrid

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The Hindu Munnani has harshly criticized the inaction of Tamil Nadu police after beef waste was dumped along the southern bank of the Vaigai River in Madurai during Bakrid celebrations, causing unbearable stench and severe inconvenience to the public. The group alleged that despite this recurring issue, authorities failed to act due to the DMK government’s appeasement of the Muslim community for political gain.

In its official statement on X, the Hindu Munnani expressed outrage, “The Dravidian Model DMK Government Woos Muslim for Votes.. While Officials Fear Action!! During Bakrid celebrations yesterday, Muslims dumped beef waste on the southern bank of Madurai’s Vaigai River. The foul stench has made the road unbearable for pedestrians, causing severe public distress. Dumping meat waste along the Vaigai riverbanks has become a routine practice. Dumping meat waste into the river pollutes groundwater and spreads incurable diseases such as skin diseases. The government and Pollution Control Board’s failure to act despite the precedent of groundwater destruction in Vellore and Ranipet due to tannery waste is condemnable. The public believes that the ruling Dravidian model DMK government is entirely fixated with appeasing Muslims for vote bank politics, which is why government officials fear taking action against those committing such atrocities.”

The group warned of environmental dangers, citing the High Court’s directives against polluting water bodies. It also pointed to past incidents in Vellore and Ranipet, where industrial waste severely contaminated groundwater, urging the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board and local authorities to take immediate and decisive action.

“The courts have repeatedly pointed out that rivers and water bodies should not be polluted and have ordered strict action to be taken against those who pollute them. Therefore, the Hindu Munnani urges the Tamil Nadu government and police to immediately take strict action against those polluting water resources, abandoning vote-bank politics,” Hindu Munnani added.

Residents of Madurai, particularly in areas like Nelpettai, Uthangudi, Kalmedu, and Anupanadi, have been raising concerns for years. According to local accounts, meat waste from nearby shops is often dumped directly into the Vaigai River, raising fears of water contamination and the spread of diseases.

Last year, a fine of ₹50,000 was imposed on violators for similar illegal dumping. However, the recurrence of the issue has frustrated locals, who say municipal enforcement remains weak and monitoring inadequate. Supporting these claims, a recent survey conducted by Madurai Corporation and environmental activists revealed that waste continues to be discharged at 177 points along the Vaigai River with 41 of those located within the corporation’s jurisdiction.

The latest incident near Nelpettai has reignited public anger, with environmentalists warning of long-term ecological damage and threats to aquatic life. Hindu Munnani reiterated its demand for immediate government intervention, emphasizing that protecting water resources must take precedence over vote-bank considerations.

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