In a significant development just eight days before his retirement, Kerala DGP Shaik Darvesh Saheb (IPS:1990) has submitted a damning report to the state government regarding ADGP M.R. Ajith Kumar’s (IPS:1995) conduct during the 2024 Thrissur Pooram disruptions.
Key Findings of the Report
Critical Duty Lapses: ADGP Ajith Kumar allegedly fell asleep during the festival crisis, failing to respond to urgent calls from Revenue Minister K. Rajan.
Security Oversight: Despite overseeing initial arrangements, Kumar reportedly left his post at a crucial moment.
Political Undertones: The report hints at Kumar’s alleged meetings with RSS functionaries, though the context remains unclear.
Political Fallout & Controversy
The Thrissur Pooram disruptions—which occurred just before the Lok Sabha elections—sparked accusations of deliberate mismanagement to sway voter sentiment. The issue gained traction after NDA’s Suresh Gopi won the Thrissur seat, with opposition leaders (LDF’s V.S. Sunil Kumar & UDF’s K. Muraleedharan) alleging foul play.
What’s Next
The Kerala government must decide on disciplinary action against ADGP Ajith Kumar.
With DGP Saheb retiring imminently, the timing adds urgency to the case.
The report’s findings could deepen the political rift over law enforcement’s role in the festival chaos.
Why This Matters
The controversy raises questions about police accountability during major public events and whether the Thrissur Pooram incident was mishandled—or worse, politically exploited. The government’s next steps will be closely watched.
