A wave of murders during Diwali in Tamil Nadu, ranging from gang fights to revenge attacks, has set off a major political debate.
The Center has asked the governor for a full report on the state's law and order, while opposition parties are blaming Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay for not keeping things under control.
Police arrest 443 amid Diwali violence
With critics pointing to incidents like a broad daylight murder in Chennai, the BJP is calling out the CM for mute spectator.
In response, police have arrested 443 people linked to the violence, and CM Vijay has met with top cops to get things back on track.
DMK leader TKS Elangovan acknowledged that the police action was necessary, but tensions between parties show no signs of cooling down.