Internal probe faults Museum police for hosting ED attack case accused during official Onam celebrations in Keralam
The episode became a major source of embarrassment for the Congress-led United Democratic Front government, prompting Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala to order a high-level probe
An internal investigation has concluded that Museum police in Kerala violated official codes and compromised law enforcement’s neutrality when they allowed accused individuals from the Enforcement Directorate (ED) attack case to attend the station's Onam celebrations. The suspects, who are Communist Party of India (Marxist) activists, were seen at the station house dressed in traditional festival attire, participating in Onam festivities and the Chenda Melam ensemble.
Social media highlighted their presence, leading to accusations of "political theatre" by the BJP. The Congress-led government faced embarrassment and questions about police impartiality. The incident also raised concerns about collusion between law enforcement and criminal suspects. State Police Chief Ravada A. Chandrasekhar ordered an investigation, which reportedly found violations of the Kerala Police Act and Manual.
Further disciplinary action may be taken under departmental rules, including a possible Vigilance inquiry. The suspects had been arrested in connection with vandalizing vehicles after an ED raid targeting Pinarayi Vijayan's house.
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