In Chennai, unauthorized flags and banners from the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) and the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) have raised significant safety concerns during the Bakrid celebrations. Residents reported that over 100 flags were tied to electric poles and trees along Dr Natesan Road and Dr Besant Road, obstructing pavements and creating hazards for pedestrians and motorists. Despite instructions from TVK leaders to avoid public displays, these flags appeared overnight, complicating traffic in the already crowded Triplicane area. The Madras High Court has previously condemned illegal banners, particularly after a tragic incident in 2019 that resulted in a fatality. Local authorities have the power to remove such unauthorized structures, yet the practice persists. TVK’s Chennai South district secretary stated that the flags were part of the Bakrid festivities and assured their removal by the end of the day. Residents expressed frustration, emphasizing the need for a blanket ban on such displays to ensure public safety.