New Delhi May 23 (IANS) The Union Home Ministry on Wednesday sought a report from the Tamil Nadu government over the Thoothukudi protests against the Sterlite Industries which led to the death of nine persons including a girl in police firing.
According to the Ministry a detailed report has been sought as early as possible.
The Toothukudi protests turned bloody when the police fired at thousands demanding closure of the Vedanta Group-run Sterlite Industries after the demonstrators allegedly mounted an attack on the District Collectorate.
People in Toothukudi have been demanding the closure of Sterlite s copper smelting plant alleging it was polluting the area and leading to severe health problems among the residents besides depleting the water table.

--IANS rak-som/in/mr