On Monday, DMK reached out to MPs of INDIA block seeking support for its plan for moving forward with an impeachment motion against Madras high court judge who allowed the lighting of the Karthigai Deepam lamp atop Thirupparankundram hills. (Image: PTI/File)
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News1808-12-2025, 22:15

DMK to Move Impeachment Against Madras HC Judge Amid Deepam Lamp Row

  • DMK plans an impeachment motion against a Madras High Court judge over an order regarding the Karthigai Deepam lamp.
  • DMK is seeking support from INDIA bloc MPs, needing 100 signatures to initiate the impeachment motion.
  • The judge's order, which allowed the lamp to be lit atop Thirupparankundram hills, sparked protests and controversy.
  • AIADMK, BJP, and Hindu Munnani have criticized the DMK and the state government over the issue.
  • The Madurai Collector has challenged the Madras High Court's order in the Supreme Court.

Why It Matters: DMK's impeachment attempt against a judge raises concerns about judicial independence.

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