Kayalvizhi Alagiri, the granddaughter of former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi, has been booked by police for allegedly slapping a branch manager of the State Bank of India (SBI) in Chennai. The incident took place at an SBI branch, prompting the manager to file a formal complaint.
Details of the Incident
According to police sources, the altercation occurred when Kayalvizhi visited the SBI branch to discuss some banking matters. The discussion turned heated, leading to her slapping the branch manager. Other staff and customers intervened to defuse the situation. The manager later lodged a complaint at the local police station, resulting in a case being registered against her under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code.
Police officials confirmed that an investigation is underway, and further action will be taken based on evidence and witness statements. Kayalvizhi has not yet issued a public statement regarding the incident.
Political Connections and Reactions
Kayalvizhi is the daughter of former Union Minister M.K. Alagiri, making her a prominent member of the DMK family. The incident has drawn attention due to her political lineage. Some local political observers have commented on the increasing incidents of public altercations involving political families. The DMK party has not officially commented on the matter.
This is not the first time Kayalvizhi has been in the news; she has previously been involved in other controversies. However, the current case adds to the scrutiny of the family's conduct.
The SBI management has declined to comment, citing the ongoing police investigation. The branch manager is reportedly recovering from the shock and is cooperating with authorities. Police have assured a fair and transparent probe.
