Tension near Sivakasi over use of public address system
Tensions have risen in Namaskarithanpatti near Sivakasi following disputes between two caste groups over the use of public address systems and flag poles. Local police have been deployed to maintain order after protests erupted over the perceived partiality of officials in removing banners and flags.
Why it matters
This incident highlights ongoing social friction and caste-based tensions in rural India, requiring careful administrative intervention to prevent communal escalation.
Tension prevails at Namaskarithanpatti near here since Tuesday after people belonging to two caste groups raised objections over the other putting up of a public address system for different events.
Police have been posted in the area as a precautionary measure.
Meanwhile, around 90 people belonging to one group squatted on the street in protest against ‘partial’ action in removing the flag pole of one group.
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