DMK functionary hacked to death in Salem
A 56-year-old DMK functionary, S.S. Manickam, was murdered in Salem district while sleeping outside his home. Police are investigating a potential link to a long-standing land dispute.
Why it matters
The murder of a political figure has caused local tension and highlights ongoing issues regarding land disputes and violence in the region.
A 56-year-old DMK functionary was hacked to death while sleeping outside his house at Vellaiyur near Veeraganur in Salem district on Monday (July 6, 2026) night. The deceased was identified as S.S. Manickam, a district representative of the Salem East unit of the DMK.
The article maintains a neutral tone, focusing on police investigation details and the victim's identity.
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