Political Turmoil Escalates Following Kallakurichi Hooch Tragedy in Tamil Nadu

Political tensions have reached a boiling point in Tamil Nadu following the tragic events in Kallakurichi district, where the death toll has risen to 58 due to the consumption of toxic country liquor.

The Crime Branch-Criminal Investigation Department (CB-CID), led by SP Shantharam, has initiated a thorough investigation into the hooch tragedy, causing a stir in the state’s political landscape.

The AIADMK, under the leadership of Edappadi Palaniswami, has launched protests against the DMK-led government’s handling of the situation, with calls for accountability echoing through the streets.

Chief Minister MK Stalin‘s announcement of government support for affected children has sparked both praise and criticism, further fueling the political firestorm.

On the other side, the BJP, represented by K Annamalai, has approached Governor Ravi, advocating for a CBI probe and intensifying the pressure on the ruling party.

The specter of the July 10 Vikravandi by-election looms over these developments, adding another layer of complexity to the already tense political atmosphere in the state.

As accusations and demands fly between parties, figures including TKS Elangovan and Shehzad Poonawalla become central in shaping the narrative of accountability and transparency in the aftermath of this tragic event.