A Special Investigation Team (SIT) was constituted to investigate the alleged assault involving Youth Congress and Kerala Students Union workers during the Nava Kerala Yatra in Alappuzha in December 2023.
The incident involved A.D. Thomas and Youth Congress leader Ajay Jewel Kuriakose, who were allegedly assaulted following a black-flag protest during the then Chief Minister’s visit. The case subsequently became a politically significant issue in Alappuzha.
The newly constituted SIT is led by Alappuzha Crime Branch SP Shoukath Ali, with DSP Baiju Paulose serving as investigating officer. The team was directed to complete the investigation and submit its report within a specified period.