AIADMK's Mass Eviction Sparks Controversy in Tamil Nadu Assembly

AIADMK members were evicted from the Tamil Nadu Assembly for attempting to raise the Kallakurichi hooch tragedy during the Question Hour. The Speaker initially ruled against their participation but later, following an appeal from CM Stalin, allowed them to return. Opposition leader Palaniswami called the eviction a 'murder of democracy.'

AIADMK members faced mass eviction from the Tamil Nadu Assembly on Friday as they tried to spotlight an issue during the Question Hour. This action drew sharp reactions and was labeled a 'murder of democracy' by Leader of Opposition K Palaniswami.

The eviction stemmed from the AIADMK's attempt to raise the Kallakurichi hooch tragedy, which Palaniswami claimed had resulted in 50 deaths. However, Speaker M Appavu clarified that raising such issues during the Question Hour violated House rules and could be addressed during the Zero Hour instead.

Following an appeal from Chief Minister M K Stalin, Speaker Appavu retracted the eviction ruling, allowing AIADMK members to return to the proceedings. The incident highlighted the ongoing tensions within the Assembly, with opposition members expressing their dissent by wearing black shirts.