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Crime
13 Murders on Diwali Shock Tamil Nadu, Law and Order Under Scrutiny
✍️ NDTV
🗓 11 Nov 2026, 04:07 PM
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Tamil Nadu police are investigating 13 murders that occurred on Diwali, prompting criticism of the state's law‑and‑order situation.
On the eve of Diwali, 13 people were found dead across Tamil Nadu, sparking widespread concern about public safety. Police have launched a probe into the incidents, collecting evidence and interviewing witnesses at multiple sites. Officials have urged calm and assured that a thorough investigation will be carried out. Critics argue that the frequency of such incidents signals a deteriorating law‑and‑order environment, calling for stronger measures to protect citizens.