After the controversies in Malayalam cinema came out after the release of the Hema committee report, the Tamil film industry also followed suit. Nadikar Sangam, an organization of Tamil film stars, has taken a strong decision after many prominent figures in Tamil cinema have come out in support of the Hema Committee report. The crucial decision of the Nadikar Sangham is aimed at ending the violence faced by women in the Tamil film industry. The decision was taken at a meeting of the Nadikar Sangam in Chennai at 11 am on Wednesday. Actor and Nadikar Sangam president Nassar, organization secretary Vishal and treasurer Karti joined the meeting.
The Internal Complaints Redressal Cell (ICC) investigates complaints of sexual harassment against women in Tamil cinema. And if found guilty, they will be banned from Tamil cinema for five years. It was informed that those who face or have faced sexual violence in any way should first file a complaint with the Nadikar Sangha. Moreover, the Nadigar Sangam has established a special phone number and email for reporting complaints. It was also informed in the meeting that Nadikar Sangam will provide all kinds of assistance to the victims for their legal fight. The crucial decision of the Nadikar Sangham is in the meeting for women’s safety in the film. At the same time, it was also suggested in the meeting that the complaints should not be disclosed to the media without giving them to the actresses’ group first.
