Anbumani Ramadoss Highlights Alarming Rise in Child Crimes Ahead of Tamil Nadu Elections
Anbumani flags rising crimes against children in State
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Anbumani Ramadoss, president of the Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) party, has raised concerns about the alarming rate of crimes against children in Tamil Nadu, reporting 62,000 cases, including 27,000 under the POCSO Act. He criticized the state government for failing to ensure safety and called for its removal ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections.
- 0162,000 total crimes against children reported in Tamil Nadu.
- 0227,000 cases fall under the POCSO Act.
- 03Anbumani Ramadoss calls for the removal of the current government.
- 04He criticizes Chief Minister M.K. Stalin for focusing on advertisements over safety.
- 05Alleges that Scheduled Castes are not receiving proper recognition.
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Anbumani Ramadoss, the president of the Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) party, launched his campaign for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections by addressing the alarming rise in crimes against children. He reported that 62,000 cases, including 27,000 under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, have been documented in the state, averaging 35 crimes per day. Ramadoss, a father of three daughters, expressed his outrage and urged citizens to oust the current government for failing to protect women and children. He accused Chief Minister M.K. Stalin of neglecting the situation while focusing on publicity and alleged that his ministers are more concerned with corruption. Furthermore, he claimed that the Scheduled Castes have not received adequate recognition and stated that social justice has diminished since the passing of former Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi. Ramadoss asserted that he had previously secured reservations for Scheduled Castes at the national level.
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The alarming rise in crimes against children may lead to increased public demand for better safety measures and accountability from the government.
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