Earlier today, the actor-turned politician visited the general hospital in Thoothukudi to meet the people who were injured in the violence.   

 

"This has happened because of the negligence of Intelligence. This incident shows the carelessness of the government," Rajinikanth told reporters.   "I don't want to comment more on it, but the government needs to be careful as the people are watching. It was a huge mistake and a big lesson. I announce Rs 2 lakh each for the kin of victims, who died in the protest," he added.   

 

On May 22, at least 13 people were killed and more than 60 injured in the police firing during a protest against the construction of a new smelter plant by Sterlite Copper in Thoothukudi.   

 

The people were protesting against the construction of the copper plant, claiming that it was polluting the groundwater and was hazardous for the environment.