Probe launched after group stops Keralam CM Satheesan’s convoy in Thiruvananthapuram
Police have launched an investigation after a group of people stopped the convoy of Keralam Chief Minister V D Satheesan in Thiruvananthapuram. The group, who had organized an event for Sree Narayana Guru, confronted the Chief Minister after he failed to attend their function.
Why it matters
The incident highlights local political tensions and the complexities of managing high-profile public official schedules in India.
Police launched a probe after a group stopped Keralam Chief Minister V D Satheesan’s convoy here on Friday while he was on his way to a function at Chempazhanthy, officials said. According to the police, the incident occurred in the evening when Satheesan, after visiting a house at Ulloor, was travelling to Chempazhanthy to attend an event marking the birth anniversary of social reformer Sree Narayana Guru.
On the way, a group of people organising another Sree Narayana Guru event at Chenthi signalled the CM’s vehicle to stop, police said. Satheesan stepped out of the vehicle following their request and was seen in television visuals arguing with local Congress leader Anil Kumar, alias Chenthi Ani.
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