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The Free Press Journal - Mumbai

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January 14, 2026

Palakkad MLA Rahul Ma-mkootathil was pelted with rotten eggs on Monday while being taken from Mave-likkara Special Sub Jail to the Thiruvalla JFCM Court, heightening political tensions around a criminal case that has drawn statewide attention.

- HD Bureau

Police officials said the eggs were thrown by activists affiliated with the Democratic Youth Federation of India, who had gathered outside the jail premises to stage a protest as the legislator was escorted for a court appearance.

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