03/06/2026
A massive protest was held at the Tenkasi District Collectorate demanding justice for Dalit residents of Nettur village in Alangulam taluk who were allegedly subjected to a brutal caste-based attack.
Organized by the Untouchability Eradication Front with support from various organizations, the protest called for action against the attackers, removal of an allegedly illegal pig shed in Nettur, and the immediate restoration of a police outpost in the village.
As officials initially declined to hold talks, protesters continued their agitation outside the Collectorate for nearly one and a half hours. The stalemate ended after District Revenue Officer Jayachandran and Sub-Collector Vaishnavi met the protesters and heard their concerns.
A delegation later met District Collector Ranjit Singh, who assumed office on Wednesday, and submitted their demands. Protest leaders said the meeting was secured through sustained public pressure and expressed hope that the administration would act on the issues raised.
