Archive · 22 Aug 2025
Kerala MLA Faces Fresh Accusations, Resigns from Youth Congress
A politician named Rahul Mamkootathil is in trouble because a trans woman said he sent her messages that were sexually aggressive and said he wanted to rape her.
An actress also said he sent her bad messages.
He has resigned from his position, and other politicians are criticizing him.
A Congress MP also made comments that upset people.
A trans woman alleged Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil told her he wanted to rape her.
Mamkootathil reportedly sent sexually suggestive messages for six months and asked the trans woman to go to Bengaluru or Hyderabad.
Actress Rini Ann George also accused Mamkootathil of inappropriate behavior and receiving objectionable messages three years ago.
Mamkootathil resigned as Kerala Youth Congress president amid protests from BJP and CPI(M).
Congress MP V K Sreekantan's comments questioning the women's background drew criticism.
- Who
- Rahul Mamkootathil, various accusers, Congress MP V K Sreekantan, political parties including Congress, BJP, and CPI(M).
- What
- Allegations of sexual misconduct against Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil and comments on the complainants' backgrounds.
- When
- Following multiple accusations, leading to his resignation as Youth Congress President and subsequent comments from a Congress MP.
- Where
- Kerala, India.
- Why
- Due to allegations of inappropriate behavior and the ensuing political fallout.
Accusations of Misconduct
Defense and Response
Nature of allegations
Accusations of Misconduct
Accusations of sending sexually aggressive messages and expressing intent to rape.
Defense and Response
Rahul Mamkootathil has not commented on these claims.
Calls for Accountability
Accusations of Misconduct
Demands for accountability and consequences for the MLA.
Defense and Response
The Congress MP questioned the political background of the complainants.
- Politician
- Rahul Mamkootathil
- Position
- Former Kerala Youth Congress President, Congress MLA
- Allegations
- Sexual Harassment, Sexually aggressive messages and Rape
- Accusers
- Trans woman; Actress Rini Ann George; Writer Honey Bhaskaran
- Party Response
- MP V K Sreekantan's comments criticized by party members; Mamkootathil resigned.
Sources
‘You filthy spider’: Kerala writer Honey Bhaskaran accuses Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil of inappropriate behaviour
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Fresh Trouble for Kerala Congress MLA: Trans Woman Alleges 'Rape Fantasy'
Congress rules out Rahul Mamkootathil's resignation as party MLA
Cong MP’s comments on women who complained against Mamkootathil draw flak
