DMK Vs Judge Showdown: Deepam Row Sparks Massive Political-Judicial Faceoff

The Madurai Deepam controversy has erupted into a rare political-judicial confrontation in Tamil Nadu. What began as a religious dispute now pits the ruling DMK against High Court Judge GR Swaminathan. Backed by 120 INDI bloc MPs, the DMK has submitted an impeachment motion alleging bias, political leanings, and preferential treatment. The BJP has hit back, calling the move “anti-Hindu” and “anti-Constitution”. The flashpoint: the judge’s order to light the Deepam atop Thiruparankundram hill, opposed by the Dargah management and not implemented by the state government. As accusations fly, and leaders like MK Stalin respond sharply, this showdown sets the stage for high-stakes politics ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu elections.