3 months ago
3
Expelled IUML person A. Irshad Chakkalassery, accused of making derogatory remarks against CPI(M) MLA U. Prathibha, was arrested and released connected bail successful Kayamkulam successful Alappuzha, Kerala, the constabulary said connected Friday (March 27, 2026).
According to the police, a lawsuit was registered against Mr. Chakkalassery connected Thursday nighttime pursuing a ailment filed by Ms. Prathibha. He was taken into custody, and his apprehension was recorded, officials said. As the charges invoked were bailable, helium was released connected bail, the constabulary added.
The constabulary besides said that the Election Commission had directed registration of a lawsuit aft uncovering that Mr. Chakkalassery’s remarks violated the Model Code of Conduct.
However, the lawsuit was registered connected the ground of Ms. Prathibha's complaint.
A section IUML person and UDF convener successful Kayamkulam, Mr. Chakkalassery allegedly made objectionable remarks astir Ms. Prathibha during a run event.
He besides accused the MLA of “failing” to enactment for the people.
Following the controversy, helium was removed from the enactment and relieved of predetermination responsibilities successful the Kayamkulam constituency.
The CPI(M) targeted the UDF implicit the remarks.
However, UDF leaders, including Congress campaigner M. Liju, condemned Mr. Chakkalassery’s comments.
