Over 24 people died in police custody in TN under DMK’s rule: BJP
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has launched a scathing attack on the ruling DMK government in Tamil Nadu, alleging that over 24 people have lost their lives in police custody since the party came into power in 2021. The BJP’s spokesperson, Pradeep Bhandari, took to social media to share a list of the deceased individuals, condemning the tragic fate that has befallen them.
“Over 24 young lives cut short by the very police meant to protect them,” Bhandari wrote, highlighting the stark reality of police brutality and negligence in the state. His post was accompanied by a list of names, ages, and dates of death, which has sparked widespread outrage and concern among citizens.
The BJP’s criticism comes at a time when the DMK government is already facing flak for its handling of various issues, including the COVID-19 pandemic, economic crisis, and rising crime rates. The party’s opponents have long accused the DMK of being inefficient and corrupt, and the BJP’s latest allegations are likely to add fuel to the fire.
One of the most recent cases of alleged police brutality is that of Ajith Kumar, a 35-year-old temple guard who died in police custody on June 28. According to reports, Kumar was taken into custody by the police for allegedly protesting against the government’s decision to impose a ban on temple festivals. However, his family members claim that he was beaten mercilessly by the police, leading to his untimely demise.
Kumar’s death is not an isolated incident, and the BJP’s list of over 24 deceased individuals includes several others who met similar fates. The list includes names like Srinivasan, a 25-year-old farmer who died in police custody on February 15, and Selvam, a 40-year-old laborer who died on January 20.
The BJP’s allegations have sparked widespread outrage among citizens, who are demanding justice for the families of the deceased and accountability from the police and government. Many have taken to social media to express their shock and disgust at the sheer brutality and negligence displayed by the police.
The DMK government, however, has denied the BJP’s allegations, claiming that the party is trying to politicize the issue and undermine the government’s efforts to maintain law and order in the state. The government has also accused the BJP of being responsible for the current state of chaos and anarchy in the state, citing the party’s alleged involvement in various violent incidents.
Despite the government’s denials, the BJP’s allegations have raised serious questions about the state of policing in Tamil Nadu. The party’s demands for an independent inquiry into the alleged police brutality and for the perpetrators to be brought to justice have been met with widespread support from citizens.
The incident has also sparked a debate about the need for police reforms in the state, with many calling for greater accountability and transparency in the police department. The government, however, has been slow to respond to these demands, citing the need for more time and resources to tackle the issue.
In the meantime, the families of the deceased are left to mourn the loss of their loved ones and demand justice. The BJP’s allegations may have sparked a controversy, but they have also highlighted the urgent need for police reforms and greater accountability in the state.
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