Nithin Raj death: Dalit groups’ hartal in Kerala sees limited impact in Kasaragod

The Statewide hartal called by Dalit and tribal organisations in Kerala on Tuesday demanding justice in connection with the death of BDS student Nithin Raj had limited impact in Kasaragod district, with normal life remaining largely unaffected in most places, though sporadic attempts were made by hartal supporters to block vehicles in some hilly and rural pockets.

The police intervened at several places to remove obstructions and restore traffic. One person was taken into custody near Puthiyakotta on the Kanhangad State highway after allegedly attempting to stop buses and lorries by waving a flag near a school.