BJP workers injured in alleged attack at Wandoor

Two BJP workers sustained serious injuries after being reportedly attacked by a gang at Kappil, Wandoor, on Sunday night (June 14). The BJP has alleged CPI(M) involvement in the attack on Vishakh Pulikkal, 32, and Jithin Kannampurath, 36, both of whom are undergoing treatment at a private hospital at Perinthalmanna. Hospital sources said their condition was stable.

The victims alleged that a group of CPI(M) workers led by Salam, a Wandoor panchayat member from ward 24, attacked them with sharp weapons while Vishakh was taking Jithin on a bike to his home.

Both suffered multiple injuries on their hands and body. Vishakh said he sustained a deep cut on his hand while attempting to block an attack aimed at his neck.

Following the incident, police tightened security at Kappil and nearby areas, registered a case and began an investigation. The BJP has demanded the immediate arrest of those responsible.

After visiting the injured, BJP State vice president V. Unnikrishnan alleged that CPI(M) was resorting to violence as its “dominance in villages” was being challenged, adding that the party would pursue the matter legally and politically.

BJP State committee member Saji Shankar inaugurated a protest march held at Wandoor on Monday (June 15). BJP Malappuram East district president R. Rashmil Nath presided over the function.