Archive · 30 Jan 2026
Kerala HC Orders Protection for Expelled CPM Leader
The Kerala High Court has ordered police protection for Kunhikrishnan V, an expelled leader of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) or CPM.
This is ahead of the release of his book, which talks about some CPM leaders doing wrong things with money meant for martyrs and other funds.
The book launch is on February 4, 2026, in Payyanur, Kannur.
Kunhikrishnan said he and others might be harmed, so he asked the court for help.
The court told the police to make sure he is safe.
The CPM has expelled Kunhikrishnan for making these serious claims against other leaders, including an MLA named Madhusoodhanan.
The court also asked some CPM leaders to respond to the claims.
Kerala High Court ordered police protection for expelled CPM leader Kunhikrishnan V ahead of his book launch on February 4, 2026.
The book, 'Nethruthwathe Anigal Thiruthanam,' alleges irregularities and mismanagement of martyrs’ funds and other funds by CPM leaders, including Payyanur MLA Madhusoodhanan.
Kunhikrishnan sought protection citing threats to his life and property, with the book launch scheduled at Gandhi Park, Payyanur, Kannur.
The CPM expelled Kunhikrishnan for making serious allegations against party leaders, including misappropriation of funds amounting to Rs. 1.5 crore.
The court issued notices to several CPM leaders, including Madhusoodhanan, and ordered the police to ensure Kunhikrishnan's safety during the event.
- Who
- Kunhikrishnan V, an expelled CPM leader, and CPM leaders including Payyanur MLA Madhusoodhanan
- What
- Kerala High Court ordered police protection for Kunhikrishnan V ahead of his book launch
- When
- The order was issued on Friday, with the book launch scheduled for February 4, 2026
- Where
- The book launch is to be held at Gandhi Park, Payyanur, Kannur, Kerala
- Why
- Kunhikrishnan V sought protection citing threats to his life and property due to his book's allegations against CPM leaders
- Petitioner
- Kunhikrishnan V
- Book Title
- Nethruthwathe Anigal Thiruthanam
- Book Launch Date
- February 4, 2026
- Book Launch Location
- Gandhi Park, Payyanur, Kannur
- Allegations
- Irregularities and mismanagement of martyrs’ funds and other funds by CPM leaders
- Amount Allegedly Embezzled
- Rs. 1.5 crore
- CPM Leaders Named
- Payyanur MLA Madhusoodhanan, CPM Kannur District Secretary KK Ragesh, Payyannur Area Secretary P Santhosh