Explosive Allegations: Political Tensions Rise in Kannur

A man was severely injured in Kannur while handling an explosive device, prompting a political blame-game. Allegations suggest that the man is affiliated with CPI(M), while Congress accuses the party of escalating violence after election defeats. The incident adds to the strained political climate in the region.

A man in the Pinarayi area of Kannur suffered serious injuries, allegedly from mishandling an explosive device, police have confirmed.

The incident caused significant damage to one of the man's palms. He is currently receiving medical treatment. An investigation is underway to uncover the man's background and the circumstances of the incident.

Tensions flared as KPCC chief Sunny Joseph accused the man of being a CPI(M) worker and claimed that the incident occurred during the making of a country bomb. The CPI(M) has not yet addressed these allegations, though Joseph has urged Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan to curb violence among his party members.

(With inputs from agencies.)