Palaniswami attacks Tamil Nadu govt over convict's prison escape

Tamil Nadu's principal opposition leader E.K. Palaniswami has launched a scathing attack on the state government after a convict escaped from custody in Coimbatore district. Palaniswami accused the administration of gross negligence and failure in maintaining basic security protocols within correctional facilities. The incident has raised fresh questions about oversight and operational standards across Tamil Nadu's prison infrastructure. The opposition AIADMK leader demanded immediate action against officials responsible for the lapse and called for a comprehensive review of security measures at detention centers across the state. Officials said investigations into the escape were underway to determine the exact circumstances that led to the convict's breach of security.