Protests Erupt Over Farmer's Tragic Death Amid Bureaucratic Delays

Protests erupted in Agali, Kerala, following the suicide of farmer Krishnaswamy. Allegedly frustrated by procedural delays in obtaining land records, the farmer took his life. Political activists from Congress and BJP demanded accountability and an investigation into the bureaucratic failures perceived to have contributed to the incident.

In a poignant protest against bureaucratic inertia, Congress and BJP workers gathered at Agali's mini civil station in Kerala on Tuesday, following the tragic suicide of farmer Krishnaswamy on his agricultural land.

The protesters have accused revenue officials of significant procedural delays, which they claim drove the 53-year-old farmer to despair. Despite numerous visits over six months, Krishnaswamy was reportedly unable to secure a 'thandaper' (land record number) for his three acres, pushing him to the brink.

Tensions escalated as protestors attempted to breach the civil station's gates and block officials. As an investigation continues, Krishnaswamy's wife voiced her distress over the lack of consideration the family received from the authorities.

(With inputs from agencies.)