Sasikala supporters' cars damaged in firecracker explosion

At least two cars of the supporters of former AIADMK leader Sasikala were engulfed in flames on Monday. The blaze was caused by crackers which were fired to welcome her in Krishnagiri district.

Krishnagiri: Cars of supporters of former All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) leader VK Sasikala were completely damaged on Monday in a massive blaze caused by crackers which were burst to welcome the leader at Pochampally in Krishnagiri district.

Sasikala (66) received the grand welcome as her supporters showered flowers and danced in celebration. She returned to Tamil Nadu for the first time since her release on January 27 following a four-year jail term for corruption.

On her way to Chennai from Bangalore, Sasikala visited the Muthumariamman Temple at Hosur. Sasikala's convoy entered Tamil Nadu with the AIADMK flag on her car despite warning against its use by non-members.

Earlier, police also issued a notice warning her to avoid the use of AIADMK flag.

During her jail term, she was removed as AIADMK chief and expelled by E Palaniswami. Sasikala has challenged her removal in court and the Election Commission has permitted the OPS-headed group to use the party flag and symbol.

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