Kerala MLA still on the run; heavy police deployment at Hosdurg court fuels arrest

Kasaragod, Kerala: Heavy police deployment at the Hosdurg court on Thursday evening has triggered intense speculation that suspended MLA Rahul Mamkootathil may appear before authorities. However, it remains unclear whether the situation points to a possible arrest or a voluntary surrender. There has been no official confirmation from police or other departments.The development comes hours after his anticipatory bail was denied in a rape case.

Court officials, including judges and senior staff, remained on-site well past court hours.

A crowd, including political activists from rival parties such as the CPM’s DYFI and BJP, assembled near the court to mark protests, adding to the tense atmosphere around the premises.

However, no official confirmation of Mamkootathil’s surrender had been pr