Tamil Nadu election 2026: Corporate influx and systemic neglect, the dual reality of Vilathikulam constituency
The article reports a horrific crime and links it to corporate land grabs and systemic neglect.
The Vilathikulam constituency in Thoothukudi district is grappling with the aftermath of a horrific sexual assault and murder, sparking public outcry over deteriorating law and order. B. Magesh, an AIADMK leader, blames corporate land acquisitions for the region's transformation from a thriving agricultural area to one dominated by windmills. K. P. Perumal, a CPI(M) functionary, echoes these concerns, accusing corporations of exploiting local farmers through illegal tactics and sand mining. Farmers lament the lack of storage infrastructure, water management issues, and inadequate support for their livelihoods. Despite being an AIADMK stronghold, residents are calling for change in leadership to address these pressing issues.
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