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**Summary:**

The article reports on the murder of Kavin Selvaganesh, a young man from the Scheduled Caste community, in Arumugamangalam, Tamil Nadu. The murder was allegedly committed by Surjith, the brother of Kavin’s girlfriend, Subhashini, who is from an intermediate caste. The article highlights the caste dynamics at play, the grief in Kavin’s village, and the demands for justice and stronger laws to prevent honor killings and caste-based violence. The article also calls for police reforms to ensure impartial investigations in regions with strong caste divisions.

**News Article:**

**Caste-Based Murder Rocks Tamil Nadu, Sparks Outrage and Calls for Stricter Laws**

**Arumugamangalam, Tamil Nadu – August 3, 2025** – A quiet village in Thoothukudi district is reeling from the brutal murder of Kavin Selvaganesh, a 27-year-old engineer, allegedly killed because of his relationship with a woman from a different caste. The incident has reignited the debate over caste-based violence and the need for stronger legislation to prevent honor killings in India.

Kavin, a member of the Scheduled Caste community, was reportedly murdered on July 27th by Surjith, the brother of his girlfriend, Subhashini, who belongs to an intermediate caste. Police have arrested Surjith and his father, a Sub-Inspector, in connection with the crime. Subhashini’s mother, also a Sub-Inspector, is currently wanted by the police.

The murder has sparked outrage across Tamil Nadu, with caste outfits and political parties staging protests demanding justice for Kavin. Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi leader Thol. Thirumavalavan has called for a national law with stringent provisions to eradicate caste-based murders, while other leaders are demanding government action to ensure fair treatment for Scheduled Castes.

“This barbaric crime continues because there is no draconian law to crush this evil,” Thirumavalavan said after visiting Kavin’s family.

Activists are pointing to the slow conviction rate in caste violence cases, and the lack of a specific law addressing honor killings as major concerns. A. Kathir, executive director of NGO Evidence, emphasized the need for a special act that protects freedom of marriage and association and prohibits crimes in the name of honor.

“Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, when in the Opposition, promised that his government would pass an Act to prevent honour crimes, but it has not been done so far,” he added.

Adding to the controversy, concerns have been raised about the impartiality of the police investigation, as the initial investigating officer was from the same community as the accused. Human rights activist Henri Tiphagne called for the immediate arrest of all those involved, including police personnel, and for the case to be expedited to ensure swift punishment.

The case has placed the spotlight on the deep-rooted caste divisions in Tamil Nadu and the urgent need for legislative and societal reforms to prevent future tragedies.

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