In Tamil Nadu, the death toll in the Kallakurichi hooch tragedy has risen to 54. The state government has advised the district administrations to take immediate action against those involved in brewing illicit arrack and liquor. Today, the AIADMK members walked out of the State Assembly, demanding immediate discussion. The Speaker, Appavu, alleged that the opposition was trying to gain political mileage from the issue. The state BJP held protests against the government in various places in Tamil Nadu.