Kerala: Thiruvananthapuram Corporation witnesses high drama as LDF steps up protest demanding Mayor’s resignation
Following a Kerala High Court order requiring 20 BJP councillors to retake their oaths, the Left Democratic Front (LDF) intensified its protest against the BJP in Thiruvananthapuram Corporation. The protest escalated into a scuffle between LDF and BJP councillors, resulting in injuries to several individuals, including the Mayor, Deputy Mayor, and a woman police officer. The LDF demanded the resignation of the Mayor and Deputy Mayor due to the oath-taking controversy, while the Home Secretary approved the invocation of the Kerala Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act (KAAPA) against BJP councillor R. Sugathan.
24 JUN 2026
— NDTV
Oath Invalid, Kerala Court Orders Fresh Swearing-In For 20 BJP Councillors
— The Hindu
The Kerala High Court invalidated the oaths of 20 BJP councillors and a Congress member, requiring them to retake their oaths within four weeks.
25 JUN 2026
· THIS STORY — The Hindu
Following a court order, the LDF escalated its protest against the BJP in Thiruvananthapuram Corporation, resulting in a scuffle and injuries to several individuals.
To respect publishing rights, SatyaDheesh does not host full copyrighted news copy. You can read the complete article on the publisher's platform: