Violent Uproar: Youth Congress Clashes with Police Over Allegations Against Kerala's Top Brass

A protest led by the Youth Congress demanding Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan's resignation turned violent. Police used water cannons and lathi-charged protestors, injuring several, including state vice-president Abin Varkey. The protest follows allegations by MLA P V Anvar against high-ranking IPS officers of misconduct.

A protest march by the Youth Congress demanding the resignation of Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan turned violent as police used water cannons and lathi-charged the protesters.

State vice-president Abin Varkey was notably injured, beaten by police, and shown on TV visuals bleeding from his head. Despite his injuries, Varkey remained at the protest site and insisted on action against a particular police officer.

Numerous Youth Congress activists were wounded in the clash, with state president Rahul Mamkootathil being forcibly removed and detained by police. The incident follows allegations from MLA P V Anvar against senior IPS officers, accusing them of severe misconduct.

(With inputs from agencies.)