Madras High Court Questions Denial of Permission for Roadshow in Sensitive Coimbatore Amidst Terror Attack Memories

Police sources cited the sensitive nature of Coimbatore as the reason for denying permission for a roadshow, particularly its end location at R S Puram. However, the Madras High Court has raised doubts about this justification.

Despite the absence of recent terror incidents in the city, memories of a potential terror attack in 2022 loom large. On the eve of Deepavali, Coimbatore narrowly avoided a tragedy when 29-year-old Jameesha Mubin died in a car explosion near the renowned Kottai Eswaran Temple. Police suspect that Mubin stopped the car upon spotting officers near the temple, only for it to detonate moments later.

The incident has left a lasting impression, prompting heightened sensitivity towards security concerns. The denial of permission for the roadshow in Coimbatore raises questions, especially considering the city’s historical context and the need for balance between security measures and citizens’ rights.

The Madras High Court’s scrutiny of the decision underscores the importance of transparent and justified decisions, particularly in areas with sensitive histories. As the legal proceedings unfold, the court’s intervention seeks to ensure that security concerns are addressed without compromising on fundamental rights.