Body of the deceased Jithu (15). Photo: Screengrab/Manorama News
Malappuram: Tension gripped Nilambur after UDF activists staged a protest over the death of a Class 10 student who was electrocuted by an illegal pig trap. The activists blocked a road in the area, leading to a scuffle with the police. When officers attempted to remove the protesters, they blocked a police vehicle and raised slogans. The agitators later marched to the local police station in protest.
The deceased, Jithu (15), was electrocuted near Vazhikadavu, close to Nilambur, while on his way to a stream for fishing after playing football. He and his three friends came into contact with a live wire from an illegal electric fence, reportedly set up by a private landowner to kill wild boars. The fourth student ran to alert nearby residents, who rushed to the spot, disconnected the power supply, and took the injured boys to the hospital. Jithu was declared brought dead at the hospital.
The two injured students have been identified as Yadhu Krishnan and Sachu, with the latter reported to be in critical condition.
UDF candidate Aryadan Shoukath blamed the government for the incident, alleging that the Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) had shown negligence and given tacit approval to such traps. He warned of intensified protests if strong action is not taken.
LDF candidate M Swaraj termed the incident unfortunate and called for a detailed investigation.
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