New Delhi, Nov 11:
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs has sought a comprehensive report from Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar on the prevailing law and order situation in the state following a recent spate of violent crimes. Sources in New Delhi indicated that the ministry asked the Governor to provide an objective assessment of public order and evaluate administrative measures enforced by the TVK government.
The central directive comes at a politically sensitive juncture, triggered by the reported murder of ten individuals across Tamil Nadu during Deepavali day and the following morning. Among the fatal incidents that caused widespread public alarm was the killing of a Special Sub-Inspector of Police in Theni, who was fatally assaulted by a group of youths, intensifying concerns over the safety of law enforcement personnel entrusted with maintaining peace.
The sharp spike in violent crime has provided fresh ammunition to opposition parties, including the DMK, AIADMK, and BJP, to mount a concerted offensive against Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay, who also holds the Home portfolio. Opposition leaders have alleged an administrative collapse, pointing to recent incidents involving ruling party legislators, jail security lapses, and uncontrolled anti-social elements, while accusing the state administration of failing to maintain public safety.