Tamil Nadu: TVK chief Vijay booked for violating election rules day after entering polls | India News


Tamil Nadu: TVK chief Vijay booked for violating election rules day after entering polls
TVK chief Vijay (File photo)

NEW DELHI: A case was registered on Tuesday against Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay for violation of election conduct rules at Peravallur Police Station.According to the complaint filed by Flying Squad Officer Kumar, Vijay allegedly violated the Model Code of Conduct during a public gathering by using around 30 loudspeakers, drawing a crowd of over 5,000 people and causing inconvenience to the public.The complaint also stated that the gathering led to the obstruction of a public pathway and reportedly blocked the movement of an ambulance, raising concerns over public safety.Acting on the complaint, the Peravallur police have registered a case under five sections, including charges related to public nuisance, unlawful assembly and obstruction of public ways. The case names Vijay along with nearly 5,000 party workers, according to ANI. Vijay had recently announced that he will contest from the Perambur and Trichy East constituencies.Tamil Nadu is set to go to polls in a single phase on April 23, with counting of votes scheduled for May 4.



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