Archive · 20 Jul 2026
Kerala Minister Promises Justice in Periya Twin Murder Case
In 2019, two young men, Sarath Lal and Kripesh, were killed in Kerala.
Recently, a court sentenced 10 people to life in prison and four others to five years for this crime.
The current Kerala government, led by Minister Sunny Joseph, says they will make sure the people responsible are punished.
They also say the previous government tried to protect the accused.
The current government is promising to support the victims' families and investigate if any of the convicted people broke the rules while on parole.
Kerala Minister Sunny Joseph promises justice for the Periya twin murder case victims.
10 CPI(M) workers sentenced to life imprisonment, 4 others given 5 years in 2025.
Previous LDF government accused of trying to shield the accused.
Current UDF government pledges full support to victims' families.
Home Department to investigate alleged parole violations by convicts.
- Who
- Kerala Electricity Minister Sunny Joseph, victims Sarath Lal and Kripesh
- What
- Promises of justice in the Periya twin murder case
- When
- July 20, 2025 (remarks made), February 17, 2019 (murder)
- Where
- Periya, Kasaragod district, Kerala
- Why
- To ensure justice for the victims and their families
- Victims
- Sarath Lal (23) and Kripesh (19)
- Date of Murder
- February 17, 2019
- Location
- Periya, Kasaragod district, Kerala
- Convictions
- 10 CPI(M) workers sentenced to life imprisonment, 4 others given 5 years
- Allegations
- Previous LDF government tried to shield accused
- Current Government
- UDF government promises justice
- Parole Investigation
- Home Department to examine parole violations