Chargesheet implicates Divya for ADM's death
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The investigation into the death of Additional District Magistrate K Naveen Babu has culminated in a chargesheet naming CPM leader and former Kannur District Panchayat president, P P Divya, as the sole accused.
The chargesheet, prepared by the special investigation team, attributes Babu's suicide to Divya's public remarks during his farewell ceremony.
On October 14, 2024, during ADM Naveen Babu's farewell function, P P Divya delivered a speech alleging administrative delays in issuing a No Objection Certificate for a fuel outlet, indirectly suggesting misconduct on Babu's part. The following day, Babu was found dead in his official quarters, an incident that sent shockwaves through the administrative and political circles of Kerala.
The chargesheet, spanning over 100 pages, includes statements from 82 witnesses, encompassing colleagues, family members, and officials present at the event. Notably, the investigation found no direct evidence of bribery or corruption against Babu, a point corroborated by a prior inquiry conducted by the Revenue Department. This finding challenges the allegations implied during the farewell speech.
Following the incident, Divya faced significant political and legal repercussions. She surrendered to the police on October 29, 2024, after her anticipatory bail plea was rejected by the court. Subsequently, she was granted bail on November 8, 2024, with conditions restricting her movements. These conditions were later relaxed in December 2024, allowing her to travel outside Kannur district and participate in district panchayat meetings.
On October 14, 2024, during ADM Naveen Babu's farewell function, P P Divya delivered a speech alleging administrative delays in issuing a No Objection Certificate for a fuel outlet, indirectly suggesting misconduct on Babu's part. The following day, Babu was found dead in his official quarters, an incident that sent shockwaves through the administrative and political circles of Kerala.
The chargesheet, spanning over 100 pages, includes statements from 82 witnesses, encompassing colleagues, family members, and officials present at the event. Notably, the investigation found no direct evidence of bribery or corruption against Babu, a point corroborated by a prior inquiry conducted by the Revenue Department. This finding challenges the allegations implied during the farewell speech.
Following the incident, Divya faced significant political and legal repercussions. She surrendered to the police on October 29, 2024, after her anticipatory bail plea was rejected by the court. Subsequently, she was granted bail on November 8, 2024, with conditions restricting her movements. These conditions were later relaxed in December 2024, allowing her to travel outside Kannur district and participate in district panchayat meetings.
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