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Updated May 8th, 2020 at 15:18 IST

Tamil Nadu: CPI(M) workers, protestors clash with police over sale of liquor amid lockdown

A scuffle broke out between protestors including the Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPI-M) workers and Police in Madurai, Tamil Nadu on Friday

Reported by: Brigitte Fernandes
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A scuffle broke out between protestors including the Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPI-M) workers and police in Madurai, Tamil Nadu on Friday. They were protesting against the Tamil Nadu government's decision to open liquor shops in the state amid the coronavirus lockdown.

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Earlier in the day, another group of women staged a protest in Trichy against the government's decision to open liquor shops in the state.

READ | No more than two 750ml bottles, once a week: HC revises Tamil Nadu liquor sale guidelines

COVID-19 Situation In Tamil Nadu

According to the data released by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Tamil Nadu has so far reported 5409 confirmed cases of Coronavirus. With 1547 being cured/ discharged and 37 deaths so far.

READ | Coronavirus Live Updates: India's cases at 52,952; AIIMS claims 'will peak in June-July'

(With inputs from agency)

 

 

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Published May 8th, 2020 at 15:18 IST

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