- R Shunmugasundaram has stepped down as the Advocate General of Tamil Nadu, citing personal reasons.
- He was appointed to the position in 2021 following the DMK's return to power.
Successor:
- Senior counsel PS Raman will succeed Shunmugasundaram as the Advocate General.
- Raman previously served as AG during the DMK government from 2006-2011.
Highlights of Shunmugasundaram's Tenure:
- Handled high-stakes cases for the government, including:
- 10.5% internal reservation for Vanniyar community
- 7.5% reservation for government school students in NEET
- Gambling and online games legislation
- Suffered setbacks in some of these cases
Shunmugasundaram's Legal Background:
- Extensive experience in both criminal and public prosecution roles
- Attacked by a gang in 1995 while pursuing the TANSI land case against J Jayalalithaa
- Served as Rajya Sabha member from 2002 to 2008
Unknowns:
- Specific reasons for Shunmugasundaram's resignation are unclear.
- Impact of his departure on upcoming legal cases for the government is uncertain.
Overall, Shunmugasundaram's resignation marks a significant change in the Tamil Nadu legal landscape, raising questions about future legal strategies and potential implications for pending cases. It remains to be seen how PS Raman will handle the role and navigate the current legal framework.
(With input from news agency language)
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