Tamil Nadu police detained over 900 workers and union members during a protest at a Samsung India plant. The workers were protesting for better wages and the recognition of their union, which had been denied by the company. The demonstration escalated, leading to police intervention and the mass detention of the workers involved.
The workers argued that their wages were not commensurate with the rising cost of living and that their demands for union recognition had been ignored by the company. The police acted swiftly, detaining the protesters to maintain order, but their actions have sparked debates about labor rights and police involvement in industrial disputes. The incident highlights the tensions between workers and multinational corporations in India, particularly regarding labor laws and fair compensation.