Democratic Rights in Jeopardy: Tamil Nadu's DMK Leads Major Protests

In a fervent demonstration of democratic fervor, the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance held widespread protests throughout Tamil Nadu. The demonstrations called on the Election Commission to halt the controversial SIR initiative. Chief Minister MK Stalin declared it a tremendous responsibility to thwart the exercise threatening voting rights.

Senior political figures, including T R Baalu and Thol Thirumavalavan, were at the forefront of rallies. The massive gatherings witnessed slogans questioning the Election Commission's impartiality and demanded a cessation of efforts that could disenfranchise voters. The protesters spanned several cities, marking a significant civil movement.

Despite these protests, the Supreme Court intervened, challenging the SIR initiative's rationale. In respo