
Traffic came to a standstill on Marina Beach Road in Chennai during Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay’s convoy movement, sparking frustration among common commuters.
Police halted vehicles to allow the convoy to pass, but the delay left many waiting in the heat. Witnesses said the VIP movement was slow, adding to the irritation of those stuck.
One man stepped out of his vehicle and began arguing with police officers over the disruption. He was seen confronting multiple officers, demanding answers for the prolonged stoppage. His wife also expressed her frustration, adding to the tense atmosphere.
"எங்களுக்கு எந்த வேலையும் இல்லையா..? எதுக்கு ஏய்னு சொல்றீங்க..? ஒழுங்கா பேசுங்க முதல்ல..?"
முதல்வர் விஜய் பேருந்தில் பயணம் செய்வதற்காக சென்னை மெரினாவில் 15 நிமிடத்திற்கு மேலாக நிறுத்தப்பட்ட போக்குவரத்து.. போலீஸாரிடம் வாக்குவாதம் செய்த வாகன ஓட்டிகள்.. #Chennai | #TVK | #Tarffic… pic.twitter.com/1cbzpP9J7p— Polimer News (@polimernews) June 25, 2026
The argument drew attention from others waiting, who shared similar sentiments about repeated VIP movements causing inconvenience.
The incident highlighted growing resentment among citizens over traffic halts during VIP convoys. Many commuters voiced that such stoppages disrupt daily life and fuel anger.
Observers noted that the man’s confrontation reflected a broader frustration with the system, where ordinary people are often left waiting while officials move freely.
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