Killed Because He Was Lower Caste - Kavin Selvaganesh Case

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The shocking murder of 27-year-old software engineer Kavin Selvaganesh in Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu, has sent shockwaves across India. On 27 July 2025, Kavin — a promising young Dalit techie — was brutally killed in what police suspect to be a caste-based honour killing. His relationship with Subashini, a woman from a different caste background, allegedly triggered deep opposition from her family, leading to a tragic end.

According to investigators, Subashini’s brother S. Surjith lured Kavin away on the pretext of a conversation, then attacked him with a sickle, allegedly using chilli powder to disorient him before the fatal blows. Surjith later surrendered to police and has since been detained under the Goondas Act. The Crime Branch-CID has taken over the investigation, conducting a crime scene reconstruction to piece together the sequence of events.

The case has taken an even more controversial turn as Subashini’s parents — both serving as police Sub-Inspectors — have been named as co-accused in the FIR. Her father has been arrested, while her mother is still absconding. The Tamil Nadu Police has suspended both from duty. Meanwhile, Kavin’s grieving family has refused to accept his body until all accused are brought to justice, and they have been placed under armed police protection following reported death threats.

Public anger over the incident has been intense. Human rights organisations, activists, and political leaders are demanding a special anti-honour killing law in Tamil Nadu to prevent such caste-based atrocities. Protests have been held in several cities, including Vellore, with calls for swift justice. In a viral video, Subashini denied her parents’ involvement, urging the public not to spread misinformation — but the debate continues to rage online and offline.

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