MLA's Son in Ganja Row: Truth or Media Sensationalism?

Kayamkulam MLA U Prathibha denied allegations that her son was arrested with ganja, despite excise department reports. Her son and she claimed it was a media misrepresentation, asserting that he was merely questioned. Excise officers confirmed the arrest of nine, including her son, who were later released on bail.

Kayamkulam MLA U Prathibha has firmly denied reports that her son was arrested over possession of ganja, following the excise department's detention of nine individuals for narcotics possession.

In a Facebook Live, Prathibha alleged that her son was simply questioned during a gathering with friends, accusing the media of unfair targeting.

The Excise Department clarified that nine people were arrested, including Prathibha’s son, under charges of possessing a small quantity of ganja. They were released on bail as investigations continue.