Get all your news in one place.
100’s of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
The Hindu
The Hindu
National
Special Correspondent

Ramadoss reiterates demand for release of 7 convicts in Rajiv Gandhi assassination case

PMK founder S. Ramadoss reiterated his demand for the immediate release of seven convicts in the Rajiv Gandhi assassination case.

In a statement, he noted that Thursday marked the beginning of 30 years since Perarivalan was arrested in the case.

Dr. Ramadoss also said the Tamil Nadu Governor not taking any decision on their release is condemnable.He also noted that parents of Perarivalan have been longing for his release, but the Governor has been delaying the decision despite the recommendations given to him.

“The 7 convicts have lost 30 years of their life. The Governor should realise this and take a quick decision. The Tamil Nadu government should put pressure on him to take a quick decision,” he said.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100’s of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.