The flagpole and rain guard of the Minister’s car were reportedly damaged in the incident in Kannur on Thursday (October 1, 2026). | Photo Credit: special arrangement Amid political tensions in the State, Keralam Minister O.J. Janeesh’s vehicle was allegedly attacked by Democratic Youth Federation of India (DYFI) members at Kannur, on Thursday (October 1, 2026).The incident occurred while the Minister was travelling to Kasaragod after attending a programme organised in connection with the Archaeology department. DYFI activists reportedly stopped the vehicle during the protest. Mr Janeesh is the Minister for Sports, Archaeology and Museum.The Youth Congress alleged that the car was attacked and that stones were used to hit the vehicle. Those accompanying the Minister said the flagpole and rain guard of the car were damaged in the incident.DYFI members attack Minister O.J. Janeesh’s vehicle | Video Credit: special arrangement Further details regarding the reason for the protest and the police action in connection with the incident were not immediately available. Published - October 01, 2026 01:23 pm IST
Amid political tensions, Keralam Minister O.J. Janeesh’s vehicle attacked by DYFI members in Kannur
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