Election Unrest: Kerala Plunges Into Political Turmoil

Post-election violence erupted across Kerala, notably in the northern districts, involving clashes between CPI(M) and UDF workers. Several attacks on offices, processions, and statues were reported, resulting in injuries and property damage. Police intervention helped control the unrest, but tensions remain high.

Violence swept across Kerala following local body election results, particularly in the northern districts, as conflict erupted between CPI(M) and UDF factions. In Kozhikode's Eramala, the Congress office faced vandalism and a statue of Indira Gandhi was defaced, prompting UDF activists to rally, further heating the tension.

The police responded with increased personnel deployment to restore order after multiple incidents at Marad and Sultan Bathery, where violent altercations led to several injured during processions. In Kannur's Panoor, UDF victory celebrations turned chaotic, leading to injuries and property damage when met with armed resistance from CPI(M) workers.

Amid continued clashes in Bedakom and Neyyattinkara, political leaders demanded decisive action. Opposition leader V D Satheesan condemned acts like the destruction of a Gandhi statue, linking them to a broader ideological conflict. The call for police vigilance highlights the severity of the political discord threatening Kerala's stability.

(With inputs from agencies.)