Tamil Nadu: One family has been ‘ruling’ this Ramnad panchayat for 28 years

In its agrarian setting, M Karisalkulam panchayat appears like any other in Ramanathapuram district. There is a difference though. This panchayat has scant regard for the democratic process. And, few, if none, have challenged this audacious violation of the Panchayati Raj system.