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Actor-director Radhakrishnan Parthiban has come under scrutiny after a recent speech at an event in Teluguland – for the promotion of a film, where he openly identified himself by caste, even as his past public positions in Tamil Nadu strongly align with anti-caste Dravidian ideology.

In the speech, Parthiban introduced himself by stating, “I am Parthiban, Radhakrishnan Parthiban. I am a Naidu,” while addressing a Telugu audience. He went on to emphasize his roots, linguistic background, and career in Tamil cinema, expressing gratitude to the Tamil film industry for shaping his journey. He also assured the audience that he would return and speak fully in Telugu in the future.

He said, “I am a Naidu. But I was born and raised in Chennai itself. I am somewhat more fluent in Tamil compared to Telugu. But after this film is released, whenever I act in Telugu films, at that point, I will definitely come and meet you. Particularly for the success of this film, I will definitely come. At that time, I, Moorthy, promise that I will speak fully in Telugu. By the way, Moorthy is my original name. I have acted in about 75 films in the Tamil industry, and I have directed and produced around 15-20 films. I have received a few National Awards. At this stage, I want to thank the Tamil industry, because it is the Tamil industry that introduced me to all of you. I am very happy about that. Now, what was said on this stage just now, it was said in Tamil (“Aravaan”) “Aayirathil Oruvan” – meaning “One in a Thousand.” Yes, one in a thousand.“

Here are instances where Parthiban has praised the ‘anti-caste’ Dravidianist ideologue, EV Ramasamy Naicker also referred to as Periyar by his followers.

Parthiban received the Periyar Award in 2018, alongside actor Vijay Sethupathi and director Gopi Nainar. He delivered a speech at the Periyar Thidal (Periyar Square) event in Chennai. In his speech, Parthiban elevated Periyar to a near-divine status, stating he begins by “worshipping Thanthai Periyar as God,” clarifying that this “God” represents rationalism and higher intellect. He dismissed traditional respect for elders, arguing that “growing old is not a great thing,” and instead praised Periyar’s intellectual maturity and courage, calling him the true embodiment of knowledge. He highlighted Periyar’s fearless leadership of the Dravidian movement and claimed that what “should have taken 200 years, he achieved in 20.” Emphasizing ideological devotion, Parthiban urged that “all of us must walk the path of Periyar and live in his shadow,” framing it as a collective duty.

In January 2025, when NTK chief Seeman made several remarks criticising Periyar, Parthiban publicly defended Periyar’s legacy in a TV interview in Puducherry. He said, “Why does Seeman want to diminish Periyar? He may have his own political reasons. But we should not add fuel to the fire. The best response is to ignore Seeman’s words. Today, even Seeman needs Periyar to do politics – that shows how great Periyar is.”

Parthiban is playing the perfect Dravidianist – flaunt caste pride outside TN, praise EVR and speak anti-caste dialogues inside TN.

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]]> DMK IT Wing Dy Secy & Dravidianist Actor Sathyaraj’s Daughter Divya Flaunts Caste Pride, Hides Posts After Being Exposed https://thecommunemag.com/dmk-it-wing-dy-secy-dravidianist-actor-sathyarajs-daughter-divya-flaunts-caste-pride-hides-posts-after-being-exposed/ Thu, 11 Sep 2025 07:51:43 +0000 https://thecommunemag.com/?p=128037 DMK IT Wing’s State Deputy Secretary and daughter of Kollywood actor Sathyaraj, Divya, has found herself embroiled in a fresh controversy by openly expressing her caste pride, despite publicly identifying as a follower of the alleged anti-caste icon E.V. Ramasamy Naicker. The controversy erupted when Divya reacted to a social media post shared by a […]

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DMK IT Wing’s State Deputy Secretary and daughter of Kollywood actor Sathyaraj, Divya, has found herself embroiled in a fresh controversy by openly expressing her caste pride, despite publicly identifying as a follower of the alleged anti-caste icon E.V. Ramasamy Naicker.

The controversy erupted when Divya reacted to a social media post shared by a friend, which described her as “Our Goundachi, full of beauty and knowledge,” a clear reference to her caste identity. In another post, another follower said, “Kongu women are always beautiful, and the Karalan family’s Goundachi is the most beautiful. Choo Cute and Beautifull.” Rather than distancing herself from the comment, Divya endorsed both posts with a heart-eyes emoji, proudly embracing the caste reference.

This blatant display of caste pride has raised eyebrows, especially given the ideological stance she and her father Sathyaraj frequently espouse. Both have claimed to be staunch followers of EVR’s anti-caste philosophy, which aimed allegedly to dismantle caste hierarchies and social inequalities.

For example in 2023, Divya shared a post in her social media account stating, “I don’t belong to a religion or a caste. I am proud of the fact that I am a girl without a horoscope. All women have the power to design their own destiny. There are no boundaries for bold girls.” Yet, when it comes to their personal lives, a stark contradiction emerges.

Divya’s public reaction is not an isolated instance. Her father, Sathyaraj, is well known for his fiery speeches against Hindu traditions, Brahminism, and the caste system at large often leveraging public platforms to portray himself as a rationalist and anti-caste crusader. However, critics point out the glaring hypocrisy, when it came to his son’s marriage, Sathyaraj ensured it remained strictly within their caste and adhered to traditional Hindu rituals the very customs he regularly denounces.

With Divya’s comment now spotlighted, the internet responded swiftly and sharply. The post has gone viral, triggering a wave of memes, ridicule, and criticism across social media platforms. In what appears to be an attempt to contain the fallout, Divya has since restricted the reply section on the controversial post.

This episode has only added fuel to the ongoing discourse on the selective activism and performative rationalism of certain public figures where caste and tradition are conveniently denounced in public but comfortably embraced in private.

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]]> Tirunelveli: Scheduled Caste Man Hacked to Death Over Alleged Love Angle https://thecommunemag.com/tirunelveli-scheduled-caste-man-hacked-to-death-over-alleged-love-angle/ Mon, 28 Jul 2025 11:28:30 +0000 https://thecommunemag.com/?p=122554 A disturbing incident unfolded in Palayamkottai, Tirunelveli district, on 27 July 2025, where a 27-year-old Scheduled Caste man was brutally murdered in Palayamkottai, Tirunelveli district, in an act stemming from one-sided love. The victim, identified as Kavin, a native of Arumugamangalam in Thoothukudi district, had reportedly accompanied a family member to a private hospital in […]

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A disturbing incident unfolded in Palayamkottai, Tirunelveli district, on 27 July 2025, where a 27-year-old Scheduled Caste man was brutally murdered in Palayamkottai, Tirunelveli district, in an act stemming from one-sided love.

The victim, identified as Kavin, a native of Arumugamangalam in Thoothukudi district, had reportedly accompanied a family member to a private hospital in K.T.C. Nagar when the incident occurred.

According to police, Kavin was allegedly attacked by 23-year-old S. Surjith, a resident of the K.T.C. Nagar area. Preliminary findings suggest the motive stemmed from Kavin’s one-sided interest in Surjith’s sister, which had reportedly led to ongoing tensions between the two. The altercation took a violent turn near the hospital premises, where Surjith is said to have fatally assaulted Kavin using sharp weapons. The attack resulted in Kavin’s death at the scene.

Local police arrived promptly, retrieved the body, and sent it for a post-mortem examination. A murder case has been registered at the Palayamkottai police station, and the accused has been taken into custody.

(With inputs from The Hindu)

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]]> DMK Functionary & Self-Proclaimed Caste Abolisher SKP Karuna Who Declared “Caste Dead In TN” Featured In ‘Naidu’ Sangam’s Ugadi Celebration Banners https://thecommunemag.com/dravidian-stockist-self-proclaimed-caste-abolisher-skp-karuna-who-declared-caste-dead-in-tn-featured-in-naidu-sangams-ugadi-celebration-banners/ Wed, 02 Apr 2025 10:24:37 +0000 https://thecommunemag.com/?p=111643 K. Karunanidhi, also known as SKP Karuna, a self-proclaimed caste abolisher and the State Secretary of DMK Engineering Wing, has found himself at the center of a controversy after being associated with banners promoting the Telugu New Year Ugadi celebrations by the Tiruvannamalai All Naidu Sangam. The event, linked with caste identity, sparked mockery from […]

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K. Karunanidhi, also known as SKP Karuna, a self-proclaimed caste abolisher and the State Secretary of DMK Engineering Wing, has found himself at the center of a controversy after being associated with banners promoting the Telugu New Year Ugadi celebrations by the Tiruvannamalai All Naidu Sangam. The event, linked with caste identity, sparked mockery from netizens who accused him of hypocrisy regarding his stance on caste abolition.

The ridicule emerged after Karuna recently boasted on his social media that, under the influence of Dravidian ideologue EV Ramasamy (EVR), caste had been eradicated in Tamil Nadu and that surnames associated with caste could not even be abolished elsewhere in India. However, the irony of the situation became evident when Karuna, a vocal advocate of caste abolition, was linked to an event celebrating a specific caste identity. This discrepancy fueled widespread mockery online, with netizens calling out his so-called “caste abolition” efforts as nothing more than a gimmick.

In his social media post, Karuna had stated, “There is no other place in India except Tamil Nadu where the mentality of mentioning a caste name is considered a disgrace. Those who ask whether Dravidianism abolished caste in 50 years, can’t even erase caste surnames elsewhere, even after 1,000 years. This is why this is Periyar’s soil.”

In his post, he also shared a video featuring a kid who refused to say his grandfather’s name with caste surname. When asked why, the child explained that it was related to caste.

In this context, netizens quickly called out his hypocrisy and ridiculed him for being associated with posters featuring caste-related events.

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]]> SC Student In Thoothukudi Brutally Attacked By Dominant Caste Peers Over Alleged Kabaddi Rivalry And Eve-Teasing https://thecommunemag.com/sc-student-brutally-attacked-by-dominant-caste-peers-over-alleged-kabaddi-rivalry-and-eve-teasing/ Tue, 18 Mar 2025 12:23:25 +0000 https://thecommunemag.com/?p=110404 In a shocking caste-related incident in Thoothukudi, a 17-year-old Scheduled Caste (Devendra Kula Vellalar) student suffered serious injuries on 10 March 2025, after being brutally attacked with machetes by three individuals from dominant Maravar caste, including two minors, following an alleged eve-teasing incident. The assault left him with critical head wounds, a severed right thumb, […]

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In a shocking caste-related incident in Thoothukudi, a 17-year-old Scheduled Caste (Devendra Kula Vellalar) student suffered serious injuries on 10 March 2025, after being brutally attacked with machetes by three individuals from dominant Maravar caste, including two minors, following an alleged eve-teasing incident. The assault left him with critical head wounds, a severed right thumb, and several damaged fingers, necessitating plastic surgery.

The victim, a Class XI student, was on his way to school in Palayamkottai in the morning. when the assailants stopped the bus at Kettiayammalpuram and forcibly dragged him out. They then attacked him with machetes, striking his head and back, causing him to collapse unconscious on the road.

According to reports, the victim, a resident of Ariyanayagipuram, had allegedly harassed a fellow Class XI student, the sister of one of the attackers, who belonged to a caste Hindu community. Despite previous warnings from the girl’s brother, the victim reportedly continued his behavior, leading to the violent retaliation. Police noted that tensions between the victim and the accused had escalated earlier during a kabaddi match.

Srivaikuntam Inspector of Police, Padmanabha Pillai, visited the crime scene and conducted inquiries. Following a complaint, Srivaikuntam police registered a case under Section 307 of the IPC and the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act. All three suspects were arrested, including a 19-year-old identified as M. Lakshmanan alias Periyavan, while the other two were minors.

Dr. C. Revathy Balan, Dean of Tirunelveli Government Medical College, confirmed that the victim is in stable condition. “He suffered significant blood loss due to deep wounds on his head and back. His right thumb was severed, and multiple fingers were badly injured, requiring plastic surgery. A team of seven doctors is overseeing his treatment,” hospital sources stated to DT Next.

(With inputs from DTNext)

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]]> “He’s Naidu, He Belongs To Our Caste”, Says DMK Minister R Gandhi At Ranipet School Centenary Event https://thecommunemag.com/hes-naidu-he-belongs-to-our-caste-says-dmk-minister-r-gandhi-at-ranipet-school-centenary-event/ Thu, 06 Feb 2025 07:40:19 +0000 https://thecommunemag.com/?p=107421 DMK Minister for Handlooms and Textiles, R. Gandhi, has stirred controversy after aligning himself with caste pride during a government school event that aimed to celebrate the school’s centenary. The incident, which took place on 4 February 2025, has since gone viral. R. Gandhi attended an event organized by the School Education Department at the […]

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DMK Minister for Handlooms and Textiles, R. Gandhi, has stirred controversy after aligning himself with caste pride during a government school event that aimed to celebrate the school’s centenary. The incident, which took place on 4 February 2025, has since gone viral.

R. Gandhi attended an event organized by the School Education Department at the Vannivedu Boys Government Higher Secondary School in Ranipet district. The event was held to honor the school’s rich history, which dates back to its establishment in 1867, and to celebrate its notable alumni it produced, such as figures like Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, Mu. Varadarajan, former Mizoram Governor Padmanaban, and former Election Commissioner V. M. Sambath, among others. During his speech, R. Gandhi proudly mentioned a person from his caste, smiling as he said, “Now I’ve mentioned his name, he’s Naidu, he belongs to our caste, but he won’t cast his vote for me.” This statement drew widespread backlash and criticism for its display of caste-based pride in a government school setting.

Similar to DMK Minister R. Gandhi, last month, DMK Minister for Commercial Taxes, Registration, and Stamp Act, P. Moorthy, also faced criticism for referring to his community as the “ruling class” (aanda parambarai). He further claimed that the historical sacrifices made by this particular caste during British colonial rule had been deliberately erased from history, in a public speech that was widely criticized for being laced with casteism in a school event celebrating centenary.

During his address at Thamukkam Maidan in Madurai District, Minister Moorthy emphasized the importance of acknowledging the contributions of various communities during India’s struggle for independence. “We must recognize that our history contains accounts of immense sacrifices,” he stated.

“I am saying we must keep in mind that we are the ruling class (aanda parambarai). History has been hidden – you have read about it. While the deaths of a few today may gain significant attention, history reveals that thousands laid down their lives for freedom. You must show it to the country too. Today there is a history – be it Alagar Koil or Thirumogoor koil, when the British invaded us and looted us, this community sacrificed 5000 of their own. This history has been hidden.” The minister cited instances of collective sacrifice, claiming that one community lost 5,000 members during the British invasion, and 16 individuals were shot dead near Usilampatti.

He lamented that such stories of heroism remain largely unknown due to a lack of educational advancement in the past. “Even though we excelled in agriculture and industry, our history was hidden. Thankfully, this is changing now,” he remarked, adding that he appreciated the community’s progress in securing government employment.

The speech drew criticism for its focus on caste, with detractors arguing that it could perpetuate divisions. Opponents accused the minister of framing historical narratives through a narrow lens rather than emphasizing unity and collective contributions.

Political commentators and opposition leaders have called for the minister to clarify his remarks, asserting that speeches by public representatives should promote inclusivity and national cohesion.

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]]> Four Arrested Including Two Students In Caste-Based Assault Outside Mukkudal School In Tirunelveli https://thecommunemag.com/four-arrested-including-two-students-in-caste-based-assault-outside-mukkudal-school-in-tirunelveli/ Thu, 09 Jan 2025 15:25:22 +0000 https://thecommunemag.com/?p=104162 In yet another incident fueled by caste pride in Tirunelveli, the Mukkudal police have filed a case against two Class 12 students and two youths from the MBC community for allegedly assaulting two SC students outside a government higher secondary school on 7 January 2024. One of the accused, a youth aged above 18, has […]

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In yet another incident fueled by caste pride in Tirunelveli, the Mukkudal police have filed a case against two Class 12 students and two youths from the MBC community for allegedly assaulting two SC students outside a government higher secondary school on 7 January 2024. One of the accused, a youth aged above 18, has been arrested, while investigations into the other three individuals are still underway.

According to sources, the attack resulted from an earlier dispute between the SC and MBC students. The MBC students, accompanied by two young men from their community, reportedly ambushed the SC students as they left school, causing injuries. Following a complaint filed by the victims’ parents, the police invoked the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act against the accused.

The district has witnessed a rise in caste-based clashes among government school students in 2024. In some cases, students involved in such altercations have been sent to government homes after being presented before the juvenile justice board. Reports suggest that some students have even brought weapons to school, threatening their peers and teachers.

In response to these tensions, District Collector Dr K.P. Karthikeyan recommended transferring teachers accused of caste-related behaviour to help promote communal harmony. However, this move was met with resistance from teacher associations, who sought the intervention of the Assembly Speaker, M. Appavu. In addition, the state government launched the ‘Anbaadum Mundril’ initiative, which aims to foster unity among students through awareness programs in both government and aided schools.

The rise in caste-based assaults among school students is deeply concerning. Below are some recent incidents that highlight this troubling trend.

  • On 30 July 2024, two students at the Government Higher Secondary School in Valliyoor, Tirunelveli, were injured in a caste-related altercation. The conflict was sparked by derogatory remarks about a specific caste that were found written on a toilet wall at the school.
  • Further, on 1 July 2024, another instance of caste-based pride sparked a clash among 12th-grade students at Rosalind Chelliah Government Higher Secondary School in Maruthakulam village, Nanguneri, Tirunelveli.
  • Previously, at the end of the academic year in 2023, Periyar Government Higher Secondary School students in Cheranmahadevi, Tirunelveli District, attacked students from a nearby private polytechnic college over caste issues. This conflict at Kalakadu school saw one student being stabbed and requiring medical attention.
  • Additionally, the death of a prominent student at Pallakal Pudukkudi Government School near Pappakkudi left a profound impact. The ongoing caste-based violence at Gangai Kondan Government Higher Secondary School highlights the deep-rooted influence of caste prejudices among students.
  • This incident followed a tragic attack in August 2023, where three students from a dominant caste assaulted a Scheduled Caste teenager and his sister in Nanguneri. The recent violence has resulted in injuries and hospitalisations, further shocking the community.

(With Inputs From TNIE)

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]]> 17-Year-Old SC Boy Brutally Attacked, House Ransacked By Dominant Caste (MBC) Assailant In Melapattam For Questioning Rash Driving https://thecommunemag.com/caste-violence-again-in-tirunelveli17-year-old-sc-boy-brutally-attacked-house-ransacked-by-dominant-caste-mbc-assailant-in-melapattam-for-questioning-rash-driving/ Tue, 05 Nov 2024 05:46:11 +0000 https://thecommunemag.com/?p=94743 In a disturbing incident reminiscent of the caste violence in Nanguneri, a 17-year-old boy from a Scheduled Caste was viciously assaulted by a group from a dominant caste with a sickle inside his home in Melapattam village, near Tirunelveli, on 4 November 2024. The assault occurred after the boy confronted the gang members about their […]

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In a disturbing incident reminiscent of the caste violence in Nanguneri, a 17-year-old boy from a Scheduled Caste was viciously assaulted by a group from a dominant caste with a sickle inside his home in Melapattam village, near Tirunelveli, on 4 November 2024.

The assault occurred after the boy confronted the gang members about their reckless driving near his residence.

According to a TNIE report, the boy lives with his older brother and parents in Melapattam. His older brother is a third-year college student, while he is in his second year of polytechnic studies. Both parents work and typically return home in the evening.

On the day of the incident, the elder brother had gone to college, leaving the younger boy alone. Around noon, as he was walking nearby, a car sped dangerously close to him, nearly hitting him. He called out to the car’s occupants about their reckless driving, which escalated into a confrontation. A bystander intervened, successfully calming the situation and encouraging both sides to disperse.

However, later that evening, the same group, along with additional members, entered the boy’s home. Taking advantage of his parents’ absence, they attacked him, striking him with a beer bottle and assaulting him with a sickle. They also vandalized items in the house before fleeing. Neighbors quickly took the injured boy to Tirunelveli Medical College Hospital, where he was admitted to the emergency ward. His parents rushed to the hospital upon learning of the brutal attack.

When reached for comment, Superintendent of Police N. Silambarasan stated that the police were in the process of obtaining a complaint from the boy to file a First Information Report (FIR). Sources indicated that more than five of the assailants involved in the attack have since gone into hiding. This incident echoes a similar caste-related assault that occurred last year in Nanguneri, where a group of students from a dominant caste attacked an SC student and his sister at their home.

(With inputs from TNIE)

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]]> Tirunelveli, TN: Student Found Bringing Weapons To School, Dismissed; Three Others Suspended https://thecommunemag.com/tirunelveli-tn-student-found-bringing-weapons-to-school-dismissed-three-others-suspended/ Wed, 25 Sep 2024 11:15:25 +0000 https://thecommunemag.com/?p=88910 A government-aided school in the Sripuram area of Tirunelveli district has dismissed a student for carrying weapons, while three other students have been suspended following an incident involving a clash between tenth-grade students. During a routine bag check by physical education teachers, a sickle, two knives, and an iron rod were found in the possession […]

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A government-aided school in the Sripuram area of Tirunelveli district has dismissed a student for carrying weapons, while three other students have been suspended following an incident involving a clash between tenth-grade students.

During a routine bag check by physical education teachers, a sickle, two knives, and an iron rod were found in the possession of a class 10 student. The student reportedly brought the weapons, concealed in a book bag, following a conflict between classmates.

On 18 September 2024, the teachers were conducting their regular inspections to ensure students were not carrying mobile phones or other prohibited items when they were shocked to discover the weapons in one student’s bag. The headmaster was immediately informed, and the police were called to confiscate the items.

School authorities also notified the higher officials of the School Education Department, who conducted an investigation. The student involved was dismissed from the school, and the parents were called in to discuss the incident. Additionally, the school principal was instructed to suspend three other students involved in the altercation until 3 October 2024.

This incident highlights a growing concern in Nellai and surrounding areas, where students have increasingly been bringing weapons to school and engaging in caste-based conflicts.

It is noteworthy that Tirunelveli district is not a stranger to caste-based violence especially among school children.

On 30 July 2024, two students at the Government Higher Secondary School in Valliyoor, Tirunelveli, were injured in a caste-related altercation. The conflict was sparked by derogatory remarks about a specific caste that were found written on a toilet wall at the school. According to reports, the clash involved students from the Backward Class and Scheduled Caste communities in the Valliyoor school. Members of one group made offensive comments about the other group by scrawling caste names on the toilet walls. This act provoked a heated argument, which escalated into physical violence between students from Classes 11th and 12th. The police, led by Deputy Superintendent of Police R Yogesh Kumar, swiftly arrived at the scene and began an investigation.

Previously, at the end of the academic year in 2023, Periyar Government Higher Secondary School students in Cheranmahadevi, Tirunelveli District, attacked students from a nearby private polytechnic college over caste issues. This conflict at Kalakadu school saw one student being stabbed and requiring medical attention. Additionally, the death of a prominent student at Pallakal Pudukkudi Government School near Pappakkudi left a profound impact. The ongoing caste-based violence at Gangai Kondan Government Higher Secondary School highlights the deep-rooted influence of caste prejudices among students.

This incident followed a tragic attack in August 2023, where three students from a dominant caste assaulted a Scheduled Caste teenager and his sister in Nanguneri. The recent violence has resulted in injuries and hospitalisations, further shocking the community.

Further, on 1 July 2024, another instance of caste-based pride sparked a clash among 12th-grade students at Rosalind Chelliah Government Higher Secondary School in Maruthakulam village, Nanguneri, Tirunelveli.

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]]> Tirunelveli: Caste-Based Violence Escalates In Govt Schools; Two Students Injured In Recent Altercation At Valliyoor https://thecommunemag.com/caste-violence-govt-school-valliyoor/ Thu, 01 Aug 2024 05:54:25 +0000 https://thecommunemag.com/?p=82248 On 30 July 2024, two students at the Government Higher Secondary School in Valliyoor, Tirunelveli, were injured in a caste-related altercation. The conflict was sparked by derogatory remarks about a specific caste that were found written on a toilet wall at the school. According to reports, the clash involved students from the Backward Class and […]

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On 30 July 2024, two students at the Government Higher Secondary School in Valliyoor, Tirunelveli, were injured in a caste-related altercation. The conflict was sparked by derogatory remarks about a specific caste that were found written on a toilet wall at the school.

According to reports, the clash involved students from the Backward Class and Scheduled Caste communities in the Valliyoor school. Members of one group made offensive comments about the other group by scrawling caste names on the toilet walls. This act provoked a heated argument, which escalated into physical violence between students from Classes 11th and 12th. The police, led by Deputy Superintendent of Police R Yogesh Kumar, swiftly arrived at the scene and began an investigation.

Investigations noted that ten students from each group involved in the clash would be presented to the Juvenile Justice Board for counselling and guidance.

This incident follows a previous case in which SC students from Nanguneri, enrolled in a government-aided school in Valliyoor, were attacked by students from a dominant caste last year after they reported caste-based discrimination to the school headmaster.

At least five government schools have experienced similar caste-related conflicts since the beginning of this academic year. In response, District Collector K P Karthikeyan recommended transferring teachers with casteist attitudes or criminal records. However, this recommendation was reportedly delayed after members of the All-Teachers Federation Organisation met with Assembly Speaker M Appavu, who intervened with School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi to oppose the transfers.

CPM district secretary K Sriram has called on the state government to establish district, taluk, and school-level committees involving activists, students, teachers, and parents to foster student social harmony. He also emphasised the need to implement the recommendations of the K Chandru committee and enforce strict penalties against casteist teachers, urging immediate action on Karthikeyan’s recommendations.

Previously, at the end of the academic year in 2023, Periyar Government Higher Secondary School students in Cheranmahadevi, Tirunelveli District, attacked students from a nearby private polytechnic college over caste issues. This conflict at Kalakadu school saw one student being stabbed and requiring medical attention. Additionally, the death of a prominent student at Pallakal Pudukkudi Government School near Pappakkudi left a profound impact. The ongoing caste-based violence at Gangai Kondan Government Higher Secondary School highlights the deep-rooted influence of caste prejudices among students.

This incident followed a tragic attack in August 2023, where three students from a dominant caste assaulted a Scheduled Caste teenager and his sister in Nanguneri. The recent violence has resulted in injuries and hospitalisations, further shocking the community.

Further, on 1 July 2024, another instance of caste-based pride sparked a clash among 12th-grade students at Rosalind Chelliah Government Higher Secondary School in Maruthakulam village, Nanguneri, Tirunelveli.

(With inputs from TNIE)

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