Congress MP Shashi Tharoor’s gunman and driver were allegedly attacked by a five-member group in Kerala’s Malappuram district, police said on Saturday, adding that one person has been taken into custody and others have been identified. Police officials said the incident took place following a roadblock at the Chelithode bridge, where the accused, travelling in two vehicles, allegedly blocked the MP’s convoy. “When the gunman attempted to clear the obstruction, he and the driver were allegedly attacked,” the FIR said. Meanwhile, Tharoor posted on the 'X' handle that he was untouched in the incident. Truly touched by all the messages and calls expressing concern about the untoward incident last night when my security guard was attacked.

Source: The Telegraph April 04, 2026 04:50 UTC