Activist calls for special law to prevent honour killings in the State

Human rights activist and Executive Director of People’s Watch, Henri Tiphagne, has urged the State government to immediately convene the Legislative Assembly and enact a special law to prevent honour killings in Tamil Nadu.

Addressing the media in the district on Wednesday (July 30, 2025), Mr. Tiphagne referred to the recent murder of Kavin Selvaganesh (27) in Tirunelveli, calling it an instance of honour killing. He alleged that police personnel were among the accused and hence their arrest was being delayed by the police department itself. “Anyone involved must be arrested immediately, and the case should be expedited to ensure swift punishment,” he said.