Barricades, internet shutdowns, and detentions precede Bloomberg’s New Economy Forum in the national capital, as joblessness, food prices, and distrust weigh on the government.
The government has used force to stop protests against Gyanesh Kumar and the SIR. The Supreme Court’s delays and refusal of interim relief have allowed the process to continue, prompting criticism that its caution favours the executive.
While the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam is elated at winning both Madurantakam and Dharapuram, the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam and the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, too, have reasons to be pleased with their performance.
Hundreds were detained, 45 metro stations restricted, and internet suspended near Jantar Mantar, a day after the Supreme Court cautioned against curbs.