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DMK Councillor Booked for Derogatory Remarks Against Tamil Nadu Chief Minister
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Core Event: Police Register Case Over Oct 7 Speech
On Monday, Esplanade police in Chennai filed a first-information report (FIR) against DMK Ward 95 councillor Sudha Deenadayalan for using obscene language toward Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay at a party function on October 7, 2026. The complaint by TVK Harbour-area secretary Udhayakumar led police to invoke sections 296(b), 352 and 353(1)(c) of the 2023 BNS. DMK Harbour-area secretary Murali was also summoned; Sudha could not appear initially for medical reasons.
Background & Context: Political Tension Between DMK and Ruling TVK
The incident occurred amid rivalry between the opposition Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and the ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), which won the recent state elections. TVK has accused the DMK of permitting personal attacks, while the DMK says the controversy distracts from TVK’s record on flood management and infrastructure.
Timeline
- October 7, 2026 – Sudha Deenadayalan calls the chief minister a “dog” and likens his appearance to a dead body during a DMK “Mupperum Vizha.”
- October 18, 2026 – Udhayakumar files a formal complaint with Esplanade police.
- Following Monday – Police register the FIR, summon Murali and later summon Sudha for questioning.
Data & Statistics
- Legal provisions invoked: Sections 296(b), 352 and 353(1)(c) of the 2023 BNS.
- Political figures present: DMK MP K. Kanimozhi, Chennai Mayor R. Priya Rajan, MLA P.K. Sekar Babu and other functionaries.
Official Statements & Responses
TVK functionary Udhayakumar called Sudha’s language “objectionable” and intended to “create tension.” Public Works Minister Aadhav Arjuna (TVK) condemned the DMK, describing its platforms as “disgusting” and urging legal action. The DMK released a video showing Kanimozhi and Sekar Babu reprimanding Sudha and reiterated its commitment to civil discourse.
Criticism & Opposition
TVK leaders, including Arjuna and MLA Kanimozhi Santhosh, questioned why senior DMK figures did not intervene and suggested former chief minister M.K. Stalin’s silence implied tacit approval. Critics framed the episode as evidence of a “politics of hatred” undermining democratic decorum.
On-the-Ground Reports
Social-media clips showed Mayor Priya Rajan laughing during parts of Sudha’s speech, while Kanimozhi appeared uncomfortable. The footage later captured Kanimozhi urging the crowd to follow Dravidian principles and denouncing personal attacks.
Verbatim Quotes
- “The DMK is mired in ugly, vile language” — TVK representative
What’s Next
Sudha Deenadayalan has been summoned for further police questioning. The investigation remains open, and TVK officials say they will seek additional legal measures if the case does not proceed to prosecution. No arrests have been reported.