Sivaganga Custodial Death: Five Policemen Arrested, Case Transferred to CB-CID

Ragavendran Ramesh • News Articles • Published on 11 Jul 2025

Shocking Tamil Nadu police brutality: 25-year-old temple guard Ajith Kumar tortured to death in custody. Madras HC calls it 'murder in investigation.' 5 cops arrested, CB-CID probe ongoing. Details on the case, court reactions, and demands for justice.

Shocking Lock-Up Death in Tamil Nadu: Ajith Kumar Allegedly Killed in Police Custody

Ragavendran Ramesh • News Articles • Published on 11 Jul 2025

Shocking police brutality in Tamil Nadu: Ajith Kumar's custodial death case. Video evidence, CB-CID probe, and demands for justice. Full breakdown.

Sivaganga Custodial Death: CBI Takes Over, Key Witness Protected, New Questions Emerge

Ragavendran Ramesh • News Articles • Published on 11 Jul 2025

Sivaganga custodial death latest update: CBI takes charge, witness gets protection, conflicting theft claims surface. Full timeline and court orders inside.

Sivagangai, located in the southern belt of Tamil Nadu, is a district steeped in historical pride, agricultural legacy, and rural resilience, where everyday life unfolds between temple towns, political debates, farmer movements, and cultural festivities. Known as the land of Maruthu Pandiyars — freedom fighters who resisted colonial rule — the region carries forward a strong sense of identity and grassroots participation that’s visible in local governance, electoral awareness, and community-led activism. From the Chettinad heritage zone of Karaikudi to sacred places like Kalayarkoil and Pillayarpatti, the district blends deep spiritual roots with architectural elegance, drawing tourists and devotees alike. While Sivagangai may not make national headlines daily, its local issues — ranging from groundwater scarcity, sugarcane pricing, temple land disputes, and Panchayat conflicts to road safety, bus shortages, and healthcare gaps — have real impact on its agrarian and semi-urban population. The district is also known for its traditional tile-roofed Chettinad mansions, unique cuisine, handloom sarees, and small-scale industries that keep its economy moving alongside agriculture. Farmers here depend on tank irrigation and canal systems, making water management, monsoon dependency, and crop failure news highly relevant during every season. Political activity is vibrant, with multiple parties maintaining strong grassroots bases, resulting in high voter turnout, frequent campaign visits, and local rallies that shape both civic development and resource allocation. School infrastructure, NEET exam concerns, free bus pass schemes, and student protests occasionally make their way into district-level headlines. Law and order updates — from caste-related tensions to minor thefts and traffic accidents — are often part of daily police reports in towns like Devakottai, Manamadurai, and Ilayankudi. Cultural life thrives during temple festivals like Panguni Uthiram, Aadi Pooram, and Kumbabishekam events that mobilize entire villages in celebration and service. The region is also increasingly vocal about infrastructure needs such as rural PHCs, digital connectivity in interior villages, and better job opportunities for youth beyond migration to cities. Amidst its quiet terrain and humble settlements, Sivagangai tells stories of strength, tradition, and transformation that rarely reach the mainstream — and that’s exactly why RagaDecode is committed to highlighting its headlines with clarity, context, and community focus.