Commotion in Palladam as Intoxicated Driver Creates Ruckus in Middle of Road

A man under the influence of alcohol causes disruption on Palladam-Pollachi road, leading to police intervention.


Coimbatore: A recent incident in Vadugapalayam near Palladam stirred local commotion. An intoxicated driver, identified as Muthukumar Satheesh Ashok Muthukrishnan, was reportedly driving recklessly, causing inconvenience to other motorists.

According to reports, an affected two-wheeler rider snatched the mobile phone of the alleged drunk driver. This led to a heated argument and subsequently, Muthukumar, in a fit of rage, lay down in the middle of the road, causing further disturbance.

Upon receiving information, Palladam police arrived at the scene and engaged in negotiations. The situation escalated when Muthukumar's friends verbally and physically assaulted the two-wheeler rider for not returning the phone. Police intervened, diffusing the altercation and taking the individuals to Palladam Police Station.

The entire episode, especially Muthukumar's dramatic act on the road, went viral on social media, causing a stir in the Palladam and surrounding areas.

SIEMA Submits Representation to CM Vijay Seeking Stronger Support for Pump Manufacturing Sector

The Southern India Engineering Manufacturers Association (SIEMA) has submitted a comprehensive representation to Chief M...

Institute of Indian Foundrymen, Coimbatore Chapter Welcomes New State Government’s Focus on Industrial Ecosystem

IIF Coimbatore Chapter Chairman Velusamy conveyed the organisation’s heartfelt congratulations to the new government and...

Senthil Balaji–S.P. Velumani Interaction at Assembly Triggers Political Speculation

A brief exchange between senior DMK leader Senthil Balaji and AIADMK’s S.P. Velumani during the first session of the 17t...

Marumalarchi Makkal Iyakkam Petitions for Installation of Periyar, Anna and Ambedkar Portraits at Coimbatore Collectorate

Marumalarchi Makkal Iyakkam has submitted a petition to Coimbatore District Collector Pawan Kumar Giriyappanar requestin...

New Chief Minister’s Portraits Installed at Coimbatore Collectorate

Following the swearing-in of TVK chief C. Joseph Vijay as the 13th Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, government offices acro...

Kanimozhi Santhosh Takes Oath as MLA for Kavundampalayam Constituency

TVK candidate Kanimozhi Santhosh officially took oath as MLA for Kavundampalayam constituency in Coimbatore district dur...