TN Judge's Temple Lamp Order Sparks Political Row, Impeachment Demands

• Justice GR Swaminathan's order allowing lamp lighting at Subramaniya Swamy Temple near a dargah sparked a political storm in Tamil Nadu.
• The ruling led to calls for the judge's impeachment by the INDIA bloc, questioning his credibility.
• Justice Swaminathan is accused of political bias, favouring Hindu right-wing, and having alleged ties to BJP/RSS.
• The DMK and its allies fear the controversy could lead to communal polarization ahead of the Assembly elections.
• BJP leaders are reportedly equating the Thirupparankundram temple controversy with the Ayodhya issue.

Why It Matters: Judge's bias fuels political storm and communal tension in Tamil Nadu.