Violent Protests Erupt Over Waste Treatment Plant Operations

Authorities have booked 321 individuals in relation to a protest against a waste plant in Thamarassery. Residents set fire to the plant, managed by Freshcut, over pollution concerns. Several were injured during clashes with police. Investigations are ongoing, with more actions anticipated.

Authorities in Thamarassery have booked 321 individuals following a violent protest near a local waste treatment plant, sources revealed on Wednesday.

The confrontation began Tuesday in Ambayathodu village when residents, angered by pollution allegations, set fire to the Freshcut-managed plant and clashed with the police, resulting in several injuries.

Investigations are underway with six cases registered based on separate complaints, including stone-throwing incidents that injured multiple officers, police confirmed.

(With inputs from agencies.)