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Kerala Cabinet likely to examine possible action against ADGP in Youth Congress members’ assault case

The Kerala Cabinet is considering potential action against former Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) M.R. Ajith Kumar, based on findings from a Special Investigation Team (SIT) report. The SIT, appointed by the ruling United Democratic Front (UDF) government, accused senior officers, including those from the previous Left Democratic Front (LDF) administration, of sabotaging a police investigation into an incident where the security detail of Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan was accused of assaulting Youth Congress protesters. The SIT report, which remains confidential, alleges attempts to manipulate evidence and obstruct the investigation. While the Home Minister has sought legal advice, there is no clear indication yet of any specific charges or recommendations against Mr. Ajith Kumar. Any formal action would require approval from the central government.

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Kerala Cabinet likely to examine possible action against ADGP in Youth Congress members’ assault case

The Kerala Cabinet is considering potential action against former Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) M.R. Ajith Kumar, based on findings from a Special Investigation Team (SIT) report. The SIT, appointed by the ruling United Democratic Front (UDF) government, accused senior officers, including those from the previous Left Democratic Front (LDF) administration, of sabotaging a police investigation into an incident where the security detail of Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan was accused of assaulting Youth Congress protesters. The SIT report, which remains confidential, alleges attempts to manipulate evidence and obstruct the investigation. While the Home Minister has sought legal advice, there is no clear indication yet of any specific charges or recommendations against Mr. Ajith Kumar. Any formal action would require approval from the central government.

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