Summary: The Madras High Court has asked the police to think about a request for a Kabaddi tournament in Thoothukudi District. The event is planned from January 24 to January 26, 2026.
Arumuganayinar asked the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court for permission and police protection for a Kabaddi tournament at Thiyagi Immanuvel Playground in Vadakku Karasri Village, Murappanadu Post, Srivaikundam Taluk, Thoothukudi District. The event is set for January 24 to January 26, 2026.
The case was heard by Judge S. Srimathy. The person asking for the tournament, Arumuganayinar, was represented by Mr. P. Rajkumar. The people responding to the request included the Superintendent of Police, Deputy Superintendent of Police, and the Inspector of Police from Thoothukudi District. The government was represented by Mr. A.S. Abul Kalaam Azad.
On January 23, 2026, Judge S. Srimathy told the police to look into Arumuganayinar's request made on January 7, 2026. The court did not give an opinion on whether the request was good or bad but asked the police to decide based on the rules.
"This Court without expressing any opinion on merits is directing the respondents to consider the petitioner’s representation."
Now, it's up to the local police to check Arumuganayinar's request and make a decision. Meanwhile, the community is hopeful for a successful Kabaddi tournament.
