Tamil Nadu BJP President Nainar Nagendran has strongly criticized the DMK government for allegedly ignoring allegations of harassment against DSP M. Sundaresan of the Mayiladuthurai Prohibition Enforcement Unit. Sundaresan reportedly faced intimidation, humiliation, and multiple transfers after submitting a whistleblower report to the State Human Rights Commission (SHRC). Nagendran described this neglect as “condemnable,” questioning whether the DMK realizes such administrative chaos will further worsen the already fragile law-and-order situation in the state.
In a social media post, Nagendran stated, that under the DMK regime, Tamil Nadu Police is in disarray and being mocked. DSP Sundaresan, known for his integrity, was suspended, denied a vehicle, and subjected to unwarranted targeting all for fulfilling his duties, he stated.
He further alleged that Sundaresan refused to provide his vehicle to a DMK minister in violation of protocol a refusal that resulted in the vehicle’s confiscation. Despite initiating 1,200 cases including raids on illicit ganja operations and arresting 700 individuals in the past nine months, Sundaresan continues to face punitive measures.
Nagendran also accused several senior officers including SP Stalin IPS, Inspector Balachandran, IG Senthilvelan, and DGP Davidson Aseervatham of misconduct, including demands for bribes and filing false charges against innocent citizens. He condemned the government’s inaction on Sundaresan’s grave allegations, calling the administration tyrannical and dismissive of both public and police grievances.
He demanded a immediate reinstatement of Sundaresan’s vehicle and position, a transparent probe into the officers named in the allegations and urged Chief Minister MK to Stalin ensure accountability within the police force. Nagendran also warned that if justice is not delivered, the BJP will resort to public protests and campaigns in support of Sundaresan and affected honest officers.
Full statement of Tamil Nadu BJP President Nainar Nagendran as follows:
“Tamil Nadu Police is in Shambles and a laughingstock under DMK Rule! The interim suspension of Sundaresan, who was serving as Deputy Superintendent of Police in the Mayiladuthurai District Prohibition Enforcement Wing, is highly condemnable. A few days ago, a video of him walking on the road without a government vehicle, a result of his honest work, had gone viral and caused a stir in Tamil Nadu. What further proof do we need that the DMK’s chaotic rule is nearing its end? Why did the DMK government transfer Sundaresan to Mayiladuthurai, despite strong opposition from Mani Kumar, the State Human Rights Commissioner and retired judge? This transfer happened even after Sundaresan, while working at the State Human Rights Commission, submitted a detailed report on police deaths in Tamil Nadu and the involvement of several high-ranking police officers in them. Is it because honest officers have no place in the DMK government? Listening to Sundaresan state that he has registered 1200 cases and arrested 700 individuals in categories like illegal liquor sales and ganja smuggling in the past nine months since his transfer to Mayiladuthurai, it’s clear that his integrity remained unchanged despite the change in location. If that’s the case, why should his government vehicle be confiscated? Is the DMK government indirectly suggesting that Sundaresan, traveling without proper security, can be targeted by his adversaries in any way they please? Even after Sundaresan made a series of allegations against Mayiladuthurai SP Stalin, Mayiladuthurai Special Inspector Balachandran, IG Senthil Velan, and DGP Davidson Asirvatham, the fact that no investigation has been conducted against these specific government officials confirms that what’s happening in Tamil Nadu is an autocratic rule by officials. Therefore, under DMK rule, public complaints have no value, nor do the grievances of police officers.
Specifically, when Sundaresan states that Mayiladuthurai Special Inspector Balachandran accepts bribes from sand mafias and illegal liquor sellers and files many false cases against innocent people, the public is gripped by fear, wondering if the very police personnel who are supposed to curb crimes are turning into hardened criminals. The DMK’s usual tactic of diversionary politics is to release a list of disciplinary actions taken against Sundaresan instead of providing proper answers to the allegations made against high-ranking police officers. We know that turning victims into culprits is an art mastered by the DMK. But it’s shocking to see that even powerful police officers face the same fate. How will police personnel working under such mental stress treat the public with compassion? Where will they vent their anger against the government? An administration that doesn’t consider who is truly affected by this is unfit to govern.
Rather than participating in the drama of going to the people to solve their problems, Chief Minister Stalin’s foremost duty is to streamline the police administration, which operates under his direct control. At the same time, the Chief Minister should order a proper investigation into the officials mentioned by Sundaresan. This investigation should be conducted without any compromise, and its results should be submitted before the public. Furthermore, the Chief Minister should withdraw the interim suspension order against Sundaresan, who brought to light the true administrative nature of the DMK government, and make arrangements for him to continue his work peacefully without any hindrance.
Otherwise, protests and demonstrations will be launched on behalf of the Tamil Nadu BJP. I want to inform the Chief Minister that we will not hesitate to take to the streets and fight not only for the public but also for the affected police personnel.”
காவல்துறை அதிகாரிகள் துன்புறுத்தப்படுகிறார்கள் என்று எழும் குற்றச்சாட்டுகளுக்கு செவி சாய்க்காமல் இருப்பதோடு, அவ்வாறு குற்றம் சாட்டியவர்களையே @arivalayam அரசு பணிநீக்கம் செய்வது கடும் கண்டனத்திற்குரியது. இந்த அராஜகப் போக்கால் காவல்துறையினர் பாதிக்கப்படுவதோடு, ஏற்கனவே… pic.twitter.com/PXqgPf4nBo
— Nainar Nagenthiran (@NainarBJP) July 18, 2025
Background: DSP Sundaresan’s Detailed Allegations
- Sundaresan, a 1996-batch IPS officer now posted to Mayiladuthurai’s prohibition wing, alleged he was targeted after submitting an SHRC complaint regarding custodial torture in a Kancheepuram homicide case.
- He claimed his vehicle was seized after he refused to allocate it to DMK Minister Meyyanathan Siva, citing breach of protocol.
- Left without transportation, Sundaresan had to walk to work—an indignity he publicized.
- He detailed confrontations with SP Stalin IPS, AR SI Senthilkumar, and Inspector Balachandran, saying the latter routinely extorted bribes from sand mafia and illicit liquor dealers.
- A particularly chilling claim involved SP Stalin threatening him physically over accusations of continued defiance.
Despite these setbacks, Sundaresan’s crackdown on illegal liquor trade has led to the closure of 23 unauthorized bars and the arrest of over 700 offenders amplifying concerns that his transfers and punitive actions are politically motivated.
The BJP has accused the DMK of orchestrating a campaign against a dedicated officer who has exposed wrongdoing within the police. They are demanding justice for Sundaresan and warning that failure to act will lead to public unrest.
