Kerala Government Halts Reinstatement of DySP Accused of Custodial Sexual Assault After Congress Protests

The Kerala government on [date] put on hold the reinstatement of a Deputy Superintendent of Police (DySP) who was accused of sexual assault in custody, following strong protests from within the Congress party in Kozhikode. Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala directed the department to withdraw the reinstatement decision after news of the officer's proposed return to service emerged, triggering widespread opposition.

The officer had been suspended pending investigation into allegations of sexual assault while in custody. The move to reinstate him sparked outrage among party workers and the public, with many questioning the government's commitment to addressing sexual violence. The Congress party in Kozhikode led the protests, demanding that the officer not be reinstated until the case is fully resolved.

The decision to put the reinstatement on hold comes amid growing pressure on the Kerala government to ensure accountability in cases of sexual assault, especially by law enforcement officials. The government's handling of the case is being closely watched, with implications for its stance on women's safety and internal party dynamics. Further action is expected pending a review of the case.