CPM leaders involved in my assault, says activist
A vocal advocate of social and environmental causes, Cheshire has long been a critic of certain policies and actions of authorities.
Published: 29th September 2023 07:10 AM | Last Updated: 29th September 2023 07:10 AM | A+A A-
K T Cheshire undergoing treatment at the hospital
KOCHI: Anti-corruption crusader K T Cheshire, who was assaulted by a four-member gang near his house late on Wednesday night, has alleged that leaders of the ruling front of the Kochi corporation are behind the attack.
He said the attack was unleashed after he decided to move the vigilance court against plans to issue occupancy certificates to 11 unfinished buildings in the city. “It was a planned assault.
The top leaders of the CPM in the city are involved,” said Cheshire. He was speaking from a hospital in Tripunithura, where he will undergo surgery for his injuries.
A vocal advocate of social and environmental causes, Cheshire has long been a critic of certain policies and actions of authorities.
Kochi police have launched an investigation into the incident. A spokesperson of the force said the matter will be thoroughly examined and that no stone will be left unturned in identifying and apprehending the culprits.
