The Kerala Police have finally closed in on Rahul Mamkootathil, the expelled Congress MLA whose career unraveled amid grave sexual harassment accusations. Arrested today, the former Nilambur representative is set to face rigorous questioning over claims that have tarnished his legacy.
At the heart of the controversy is a woman’s harrowing account of repeated harassment by Mamkootathil, involving late-night calls laced with innuendos and unwelcome meetings. The investigation, bolstered by technical surveillance data, revealed a pattern of behavior that police described as ‘systematic.’
Post-expulsion, Mamkootathil attempted to pivot to independent politics, but legal hurdles proved insurmountable. The Congress party’s decisive action set a precedent, signaling intolerance for misconduct within its ranks.
Public reaction has been polarized, with protests both supporting and condemning the MLA. Legal experts anticipate charges under multiple counts, potentially leading to lengthy incarceration.
This development not only ends a turbulent chapter for Mamkootathil but also amplifies calls for systemic reforms in handling political sexual offense cases across India.