Congress Leader Shashi Tharoor’s Convoy Attacked In Kerala, Car Surrounded Mid-Road

Kochi: An incident heated up the atmosphere amid election turmoil in Malappuram district of Kerala. Congress leader Shashi Tharoor's convoy was stopped in the Wandoor area, and there was a tense situation for some time. During this time, incidents of pushing and assault with his security personnel and driver have come to light. However, Tharoor was not injured and remained safe.

Was the convoy suddenly stopped?

It is being told that Tharoor was moving ahead in connection with the election campaign. The path was narrow. Meanwhile, an argument started regarding the vehicles coming from the front. Some people stood in front of the convoy. The vehicles stopped and the atmosphere deteriorated.

Did the matter escalate from argument to scuffle?

There was an altercation in the beginning. Then the matter escalated. When the gunman tried to clear the way, he was pushed. The driver also got surrounded during this time. According to the people present at the spot, everything happened within a few minutes and then the situation suddenly worsened.

Did Tharoor suffer any loss?

Tharoor was in the car and remained safe. Later he himself said that he was not injured. The security guard accompanying him suffered minor injuries but is fine now. Even after the incident, he continued his program.

Did the police reach the spot?

As soon as the information was received, the police arrived and the crowd was removed. A complaint has been registered in the matter. One person has been detained, while the rest are being identified. Police are also scanning the surrounding CCTV footage.

Was it just a street brawl or something else?

At present the police are investigating from both angles. On one hand, it is being considered as a dispute regarding the road, while on the other hand, it is also being seen whether it was pre-decided. Nothing is being said clearly right now.

What does this incident mean in the midst of elections?

Voting is around the corner and at a time like this, such an incident is not being taken lightly. Questions are being raised regarding security. However, Tharoor has made it clear that his campaign will continue and he is not going to back down.