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Rahul Mamkootathil Quits Youth Congress Post as New Allegations Emerge, Rivals Urge Him to Vacate MLA Seat

Congress has opened an internal inquiry into the claims and says action will follow based on formal complaints.

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Rahul Mankootathil resigns as Kerala youth congress chief amid sexual harassment allegations

Overview

  • Trans woman Avanthika alleged he sent messages expressing a desire to rape her, according to reports citing her account.
  • CPI(M) leaders and the BJP argued a party-role exit is inadequate and demanded his resignation from the Assembly.
  • Rini Ann George first described offensive messages and an invitation to a hotel without naming him or filing a police complaint.
  • Writer Honey Bhaskaran alleged persistent social media messages and said he later misrepresented their interactions within party circles.
  • Rahul Mamkootathil denied wrongdoing, called the actor a friend, and said he would pursue legal remedies if a complaint is filed as the party inquiry proceeds.