The controversy intensified after visuals showed Shafi Parambil sustaining injuries during a police lathi charge.
Kozhikode, Kerala: The Congress has levelled fresh allegations against Kerala police in connection with the violent clash that erupted during a UDF protest march at Perambra, claiming that it was the police who hurled an explosive device.
The Kozhikode District Congress Committee has released video footage purportedly supporting the claim.
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According to the party, police not only used tear gas but also threw grenades, leading to chaos during the protest.
The incident happened last Friday evening during a UDF hartal protest when police stopped the rally in Perambra town, resulting in a violent confrontation.
Earlier, five UDF workers were arrested in connection with the clash, where police alleged that protesters had attacked officers and thrown explosives. Police had initially filed a case against around 700 people, naming MP Shafi Parambil as the first accused. A second FIR was later registered, citing video evidence of explosive materials being thrown.
The controversy intensified after visuals showed Shafi Parambil sustaining injuries during a police lathi charge. The incident drew widespread criticism of police action.
Published: 16 Oct 2025, 12:55 pm IST
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