DMK cadre removed for staging demonstration without permission in Erode
Police in Erode detained over 100 DMK cadre members for staging unauthorized protests demanding the resignation of a state minister. The demonstrations were triggered by a viral video allegedly showing the minister consuming narcotics.
Why it matters
The incident reflects rising political tensions and public scrutiny regarding the conduct of government officials in the state.
More than 100 DMK cadre were removed by the police here on Monday (June 29, 2026) after they staged a protest without permission demanding the resignation of Minister for Human Resources Management D. Sarathkumar.
The report provides a balanced account of the protest, the police response, and the underlying allegations.
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