Masked Attacks Leave Seven Dalits Injured in Tamil Nadu

A surge in violence in Tamil Nadu's Tenkasi and Tirunelveli districts saw seven Dalits injured in attacks by a masked gang. The incidents have sparked widespread criticism of the government for its handling of the ongoing tension in the region.

In a disturbing incident in Tamil Nadu, masked assailants attacked villagers in Tenkasi and Tirunelveli districts, injuring seven Dalits. The attackers, who arrived on motorcycles, targeted people with sickles before fleeing. The victims are being treated at a government hospital, while an investigation into the attacks has been launched.

Political figures have expressed outrage, with PMK leader Anbumani Ramadoss blaming the state government for failing to curb such violence. He called for urgent measures to restore peace in the affected areas. Meanwhile, CPI(M) leaders emphasized that these are not isolated incidents, pointing to a series of attacks against Dalits over recent months.