An attack by a gang of alleged ganja addicts on visitors at the popular Veedur Dam in Villupuram district created widespread panic on 14 October 2025.

According to reports, the incident occurred at the well-known tourist destination, which attracts visitors from various parts of Tamil Nadu, especially during weekends and holidays. The location is also frequented by college students and couples seeking privacy. Locals said the area has recently witnessed several instances of harassment, where visitors, particularly couples were intimidated and chased away by miscreants.

On the day of the incident, a group of three men allegedly under the influence of ganja arrived at the dam and began arguing with people present in the area. Eyewitnesses and residents claimed that the gang, believed to have been operating from a nearby cannabis haunt, became violent and attacked the public.

Four people were reportedly stabbed during the assault, and the gang is said to have robbed the victims of their cash and belongings. The canteen owner at the site, who tried to intervene when a student was targeted, was also brutally attacked. All five injured individuals have been admitted to intensive care units for treatment.

The Vikravandi police have launched a manhunt and formed two special teams to trace and apprehend the three accused men. Local residents expressed shock and outrage over the violence, demanding stricter surveillance and better policing at the tourist spot to ensure public safety.

(Source: Thanthi TV)

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BJP leader and former Tamil Nadu BJP President K. Annamalai on 17 July 2025 raised alarm over a disturbing incident in Tiruppur district, where individuals allegedly under the influence of ganja/ narcotics were seen chasing school students with a sickle.

Sharing the video footage on his X account, Annamalai stated the incident occurred on the road connecting Kunnathur and Perumanallur near Avinashi. The video, which has since gone viral, appears to show a group of men wielding weapons and threatening government school students, triggering fear and panic.

Annamalai wrote, “In Tiruppur district, near Avinashi, on the road connecting Kunnathur and Perumanallur, a shocking video shows individuals under the influence of ganja causing a disturbance with government school students and chasing them with a sickle to attack them. Due to the increasing circulation of narcotic substances, law and order have been disrupted across Tamil Nadu, and it is shameful that the state is now in a deplorable situation where the lives of school-going children are at risk. I urge the DMK government to immediately arrest the anti-social elements who attempted to attack the students and to intensify police patrolling to monitor and prevent issues caused by individuals under the influence in public places. In particular, strict measures must be taken to curb the circulation of narcotic substances near schools and colleges.”

திருப்பூர் மாவட்டம் அவிநாசியை அடுத்த குன்னத்தூர், பெருமாநல்லூர் சாலையில் உள்ள அரசுப் பள்ளி மாணவர்களிடம் கஞ்சா போதையிலிருந்த நபர்கள் தகராறு செய்து, பள்ளி மாணவர்களை அரிவாளால் வெட்டத் துரத்திச் செல்லும் காணொளி மிகுந்த அதிர்ச்சியளிக்கிறது.

பெருகியிருக்கும் போதைப் பொருள்கள்… pic.twitter.com/xTU1QMRDwO

— K.Annamalai (@annamalai_k) July 17, 2025

The Tamil Nadu police have yet to issue a formal response on the video or any arrests related to the incident. Meanwhile, public concerns are growing over the safety of students and the increasing visibility of drug-related offenses in the state.

It is noteworthy that about two weeks ago, the Tiruppur Prohibition Police arrested a 22-year-old man for possessing 1.2 kilograms of ganja near a TASMAC shop in Karungalmedu, Kunnathur. Acting on a tip-off, police found him carrying the contraband in a plastic bag. He was later remanded to Tiruppur District Jail after being produced in court.

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Acting on a tip-off about drug trafficking in Egmore, Chennai, the police conducted a raid on a luxury car. Upon noticing the authorities, two individuals attempted to flee. The police subsequently recovered 705 grams of methamphetamine valued at ₹70 lakh and ganja worth ₹6 lakh from the vehicle.

Two suspects, Fatima Begum, a woman from Assam, and Balasubramanian, a supplier of vegetables to luxury hotels, were apprehended in connection with the case. The luxury car was also seized, and further investigations are underway.

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(With Inputs From Thanthi)

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Tambaram City Police have dismantled a significant ganja smuggling operation, seizing 150 kg of the drug from a truck near the Railway Ground in Tambaram on 28 October 2024. Additionally, another 5.3 kg of ganja was recovered in a separate incident, according to police reports.

The operation began around 9 AM when the Pallikaranai Prohibition and Enforcement Wing (PEW) received a tip-off regarding the transport of ganja in East Tambaram. A special team subsequently intercepted a load van, leading to the discovery of 150 kg of ganja. Two individuals, R. Muthuvel Pandi (37) and U. Chandra Kumar (34), both from Tuticorin district, were arrested in connection with this case.

Investigations revealed that the pair had sourced the ganja from Andhra Pradesh, intending to sell it in the southern districts of Tamil Nadu.

In a separate case, the Tambaram PEW apprehended a man carrying a suspicious parcel that contained 5.3 kg of ganja. The suspect, identified as Suresh Mahapatra from Odisha, admitted to purchasing the ganja with the intention of selling it to migrant workers in Chennai.

Both sets of accused were presented before a magistrate and have been remanded in judicial custody.

(With Inputs From ETV Bharat)

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Popular YouTuber and political commentator ‘Savukku’ Shankar is detained again under the Goondas Act by Theni District Collector RV Shajeevana in connection with a ganja-related case. Shankar and two accomplices were initially arrested in May 2024 for possessing 500 grams of ganja in his vehicle. On 12 August 2024, Shankar appeared in court in Sivagangai District in connection to this case.

In a related incident, Theni district police also apprehended Mahendran, who is alleged to have supplied the ganja to Shankar and confiscated 3 kg of ganja from his home.

This action follows a recent decision by a division bench of Justices S. M. Subramanian and V. Sivagnanam of the High Court, which had annulled Shankar’s earlier detention under the Goondas Act. The earlier detention was linked to derogatory remarks Shankar made about female police officers.

The court had ruled that preventive detention laws should not be used to suppress speech in the absence of public order or security threats and had ordered Shankar’s release if he was not required in any other cases. Despite the Madras High Court’s strong criticism, the Tamil Nadu Police detained YouTuber ‘Savukku’ Shankar related to a ganja possession case from May 2024. The court remarked, “Preventive detention is a colonial law. Detaining power should be used sparingly. If the voices of YouTubers and media people are strangulated, we’ll return to colonial times. Media is the fourth pillar of democracy.”

Shankar has consistently asserted that the charges against him are being pursued at the direction of Tamil Nadu Sports Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin. Shankar said, “New cases are being filed against me, and I’m being arrested every day. Udhayanidhi Stalin is responsible for all these arrests,” following his appearance in the Sivagangai court.

In this context, Congress MP Karti Chidambaram, an ally in the DMK alliance in Tamil Nadu, indirectly criticized the DMK government for imposing the Goondas Act on the YouTuber. This move follows a recent court decision that had overturned a previous detention under similar charges.

Sivaganga Congress MP Karti P Chidambaram has criticized Shankar’s detention, calling it “unacceptable” and predicting another reversal by the judiciary. Taking this issue to his official X account stated, “@savukku‘s comments can be below the belt & distasteful. He often indulges in hyperbole & sensationalism. But to book him under #Goondas again is a flagrant overkill & is unacceptable. Another judicial overturn will happen.”

@savukku's comments can be below the belt & distasteful. He often indulges in hyperbole & sensationalism. But to book him under #Goondas again is a flagrant overkill & is unacceptable. Another judicial overturn will happen. @tnpoliceoffl @the_hindu @PTI_News @ANI @News18TamilNadu… https://t.co/XQfVmXKvmL

— Karti P Chidambaram (@KartiPC) August 12, 2024

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A viral photo of a young man allegedly using ganja on a crowded Chennai Metro train has ignited a heated debate over drug control and law enforcement in the state. Opposition parties have long accused the Tamil Nadu government of failing to curb the spread of drugs, including ganja, which they claim are being sold even in petty shops.

In response, the Tamil Nadu government has maintained that it is taking stringent measures against drug peddlers and users. Officials have emphasized that serious action is being taken by the police to control the drug issue in the state.

The controversy intensified when former AIADMK leader D. Jayakumar posted pictures of a youth allegedly using ganja on the metro on his X account. In his post, Jayakumar criticized Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, questioning the efficacy of his administration’s efforts to combat drug abuse. He wrote, “A youth used ganja on a crowded metro train in Chennai. Trafficking of prohibited drugs in Tamil Nadu is increasing and drug addicts are challenging law and order. Will Stalin, who only does empty advertisements like Ganja Hunt 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, focus on law and order from now on?”

பரபரப்பாக இயங்கும் சென்னையில் மக்கள் அதிகம் கூடும் மெட்ரோ ரயிலில் கஞ்சா பயன்படுத்திய இளைஞர்.

தமிழ்நாட்டில் தடைசெய்யப்பட்ட போதை பொருட்களின் புழக்கம் அதிகரித்து சட்டம் ஒழுங்குக்கு சவால் விடும் போதை ஆசாமிகள்.

கஞ்சா 2.0, 3.0, 4.0 என வெற்று விளம்பரம் மட்டுமே செய்யும் ஸ்டாலின்,… pic.twitter.com/zicpdmtgbs

— DJayakumar (@djayakumaroffcl) July 25, 2024

Notably, ganja is being seized by the law authorities almost daily in various parts of the state. Interestingly and rather unfortunate, the development is that ganja is now readily available along with other synthetic drugs in some of the remotest parts of Tamil Nadu.

(with inputs from Tamil WebDunia)

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The Chennai Container Transport Owners Association has lodged a complaint with the Kasimedu fishing port police station, expressing the urgent need for enhanced security measures. They cited incidents of knife-point robberies targeting lorry drivers during the early morning hours in the port area.

The association highlighted that areas spanning Minjur, Manali, Mathavaraam, Ponneri, and Thiruvetriyur are particularly vulnerable to serious robberies by individuals under the influence of ganja. These perpetrators obstruct lorries and steal cash and cellphones from drivers. As a solution, the association has requested continuous patrols from Surya Narayana Road to Ports Zero Gate to safeguard the area. The association has also voiced concerns that if the menace is not contained, it could spread to urban areas, causing distress among the general public.

Speaking to the reporters a member said, “There is no security from the toll gate to the zero gate Power Kuppam. At nights, five to six people after smoking ganja often come to the drivers threaten them with a knife, seize their cell phone and cash  regularly. On Friday last week, there was a similar complaint, four drivers were robbed of their money and mobile phones by two people at the same time, the name of the transport was Sri Om Shakti Transport and the owner of the transport was Dhanasekhar, his driver immediately called 100 during the incident, and within 10 minutes the authorities came and caught one of the perpetrator on the spot, they brought the accused to the N4 station and seized his cell phone and bike.”  Later he said, “It is happening for the past one year. Only last month the corporation had put the public lights here, there was no light before.”

இரவுநேரத்தில் வழிமறித்து கத்தியை காட்டி மிரட்டி செல்போன், பணம் பறிப்பு… கஞ்சா போதையில் மர்ம நபர்கள் அட்டூழியம்… கண்டெய்னர் லாரி உரிமையாளர் கூட்டமைப்பினர் புகார்#Chennai | #ContainerLorry | #LorryDrivers | #Robbery | #PolimerNews pic.twitter.com/WYdG49yOm0

— Polimer News (@polimernews) July 1, 2024

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The Madurai bench of the Madras High Court has strongly criticized the Tamil Nadu police for the incident involving intoxicated youths under the influence of ganja assaulting the public while riding their two-wheelers home after work in Madurai. The court has demanded answers regarding the number of cases registered for the sale and smuggling of ganja, the status of final reports filed in courts, and the submission of seized cannabis to court. These inquiries come as part of a wider investigation into the incident.

The court’s scrutiny stems from a Public interest Litigation (PIL) petition filed by Thirumurugan from Ramanathapuram, following an incident on 22 April 2024 where seven individuals, intoxicated in the Othakadai area of Madurai, attacked Khan Mohammad as he passed by, resulting in serious injuries. The incident, captured on video and circulated on social media, led to the subsequent police case. Allegations surfaced suggesting collusion between the police and ganja sellers in the area, dissuading the public from filing complaints.

The access to drugs in TN under the DMK Govt is becoming easier like never before as peddlers are given plum posts in DMK, making law enforcement a joke.

This incident in Madurai where an innocent biker gets attacked is 4th such incident in TN in the last few days reported as… pic.twitter.com/LTR8RSxDj4

— K.Annamalai (@annamalai_k) April 23, 2024

As a result, the petitioner advocated for the establishment of outposts in key areas like Neelamega Nagar and Ayyappan Nagar, urging the police to crack down on individuals commuting under the influence of alcohol and ganja, even proposing the creation of a specialized unit within the police force to tackle narcotics trafficking and related criminal activities.

During the court proceedings, it was asserted by the government that those involved in the Othakadai area riots had consumed alcohol but not ganja. Additionally, it was stated that over the past three years, 2,486 individuals from foreign states have been arrested for involvement in ganja sales, with ongoing actions being taken in this regard.

However, the court raised concerns about the possibility of ganja trafficking thriving without the involvement of both judiciary and law enforcement officials. They questioned the effectiveness of efforts to combat ganja sales and smuggling under such circumstances. Consequently, they directed pertinent authorities, including the Tamil Nadu Home Secretary, Tamil Nadu Police DGP, and Director of Narcotics Control Division, to provide a comprehensive response to their inquiries and adjourned the hearing until 15 May 2024.

(With Inputs From Hindu Tamil)

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In a series of shocking incidents, three separate cases of violence have shaken the town of Rajapalayam.

The first incident revolves around 32-year-old Saravanan, son of Ramasamy, a resident of Duraisamypuram in Rajapalayam. Saravanan, who is unmarried, worked as an employee at a government TASMAC outlet under the Rajapalayam Railway Over Bridge. Allegations suggest that he was involved in the illegal sale of liquor in the black market in the same area. It is reported that more than 10 individuals from the Duraisamypuram area were engaged in similar illegal activities.

Tensions have been brewing between these two parties due to disputes over the sale of liquor. Saravanan, taking advantage of his position at the bar, reportedly hoarded large quantities of liquor bottles and sold them in the black market during the closure of TASMAC shops on government holidays and important days.

Last night, a clash erupted between the two parties as they fought over the distribution of liquor bottles. Enraged by Saravanan’s alleged illegal activities, members of the opposing party, under the influence of alcohol and ganja, attacked and hacked Saravanan to death.

In another disturbing incident, a youth was hacked to death in the Mudugudi area under the South police station last night, following a social dispute. Additionally, a young man attempted to set a woman on fire by pouring kerosene on her in an unrelated incident.

These three incidents, all occurring on the same day, highlight the state of law and order in Tamil Nadu.

மது விற்பனையால் வாலிபர் வெட்டி கொலை … இன்ஸ்டா பழக்கத்தால் பெண் எரிப்பு… சமூக பிரச்னையால் வாலிபருக்கு வெட்டு… அதிர்ந்து போன ராஜபாளையம்#Rajapalayam | #Murder | #Crimes | #PolimerNews pic.twitter.com/N0RWdEaTYo

— Polimer News (@polimernews) April 30, 2024

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Chaos erupted at Mannargudi Government Hospital when an individual, under the influence of ganja, wreaked havoc by vandalizing items on the premises. Serving as the primary government hospital in Thiruvarur district, Mannargudi Government Hospital sees a significant influx of patients from diverse areas such as Ullikkottai and Paravakkottai on a daily basis.

In the recent incident, Vadivelu, a resident of Mannargudi, intoxicated by ganja, stormed into the hospital and initiated the attack on nurses and Doctors present, caused destruction to hospital property, including chairs. Additionally, he attempted to assault medical personnel, leading to a tumultuous situation within the hospital premises. A bystander captured the event on their cellphone and shared it on social media platforms.

Mannargudi police have launched an investigation into the matter, revealing that Vadivelu has a history of involvement in various criminal activities. Social activists and members of the public have urged authorities to take decisive action against the perpetrator responsible for the disruption at the hospital. In response, law enforcement has intensified efforts to apprehend the individual involved in the incident.

#JUSTIN கஞ்சா போதையில் அரசு மருத்துவமனையை சூறையாடிய நபர்
நாற்காலி உள்ளிட்ட பொருட்களை அடித்து நொறுக்கியும், மருத்துவமனை ஊழியர்களையும் தாக்க முயன்றதால் பரபரப்பு#Mannargudi #GovernmentHospital #Drugs #News18TamilNadu | https://t.co/3v5L32pe7b pic.twitter.com/4lKglzkHTF

— News18 Tamil Nadu (@News18TamilNadu) April 30, 2024

Below is a compilation of recent incidents involving attacks on the public by individuals under the influence of drugs in Tamil Nadu.

• Footage capturing a disturbing incident of looting and atrocities in Madurai during Chitrai festival, depicting a group of youths intoxicated with ganja brutally assaulting an individual who had just finished work and then proceeding to vandalize shops. Khan Mohammad was pelted with stone and brutally attacked
• Arulraj, bus conductor faced a vicious assault by an intoxicated youth in the Virudhachalam region.  An inebriated young man disrupted traffic on the Chidambaram link road. When the bus driver, intervened him to move aside, the youth attacked Arulraj, the conductor.
• A city bus traveling from Pandanallur to Kumbakonam, passing through the Old Palakkarai Bridge area. A group of six individuals, allegedly intoxicated and riding a two-wheeler, demanded the passage on the bus, but Ramesh the driver,  insisted that they first clear the road of their obstructing bike. This refusal evidently angered the intoxicated youths, leading to a violent confrontation wherein they boarded the bus, attacked Ramesh, and forcibly ejected him from the vehicle, causing serious injuries.
• On OMR’s Kannagi Nagar, a ganja dealer and two individuals under the influence of the drug to evade arrests attacked the police Head Constables Pushparaj and Silambarasan using knifes to escape the scene.
•  In Krishnagiri, a young man lost his life while another sustained severe injuries after being attacked by a group of individuals under the influence of ganja and alcohol.

(With Inputs From Dinakaran)

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