Thoothukudi violence, Massacre in India
The Thoothukudi violence refers to events that took place in May 2018.
Clashes occurred during protests against the Sterlite Copper plant.
The incident highlights issues of environmental justice and corporate governance.
Visitors to Thoothukudi should be aware of its recent troubled history.
Protests led to the permanent closure of the Sterlite plant.
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