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SIT formed to probe 'attack' case involving former Health Minister Veena George at Kannur railway station

The Kerala Police have officially formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate the alleged attack on former Health Minister Veena George at Kannur Railway Station on February 25, 2026, according to authorities. The incident occurred during a protest organized by the Kerala Students Union (KSU). State Police Chief Ravada A. Chandrasekhar issued the directive for the SIT to be formed based on orders from the State government.

The team, headed by U. Preman, Commandant of KAP IV Battalion in Mangattuparamba, will be supported by Assistant Commissioner of Police A.P. Asad from Kannur City. The SIT has been instructed to conduct a comprehensive probe to gather all pertinent details and complete the investigation as quickly as possible. The team will also be required to submit fortnightly progress reports to the Police Headquarters throughout the course of the inquiry.

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