Malayalam Film Industry Sexual Harassment Allegations: Kerala Govt Forms Special Team To Investigate

Kerala Govt Forms Team To Probe Film Industry Sexual Crimes: In response to the Justice Hema Committee report, the Kerala government has taken a significant step to address sexual harassment in the Malayalam film industry by appointing a special investigation team. The seven-member team, which includes four women, will operate under the supervision of the Crime ADGP. The formation of this team was announced by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan after a meeting with senior police officials to discuss the matter.

The special investigative team will be led by Police IG Sparjan Kumar and will include senior female police officers. The team is tasked with thoroughly investigating complaints and revelations related to sexual harassment within the industry. Crime Branch ADGP H. Venkatesh will oversee the team's operations.

Special Team Appointed To Investigate Sexual Harassment Allegations in Malayalam Film Industry

The team will include officers S. Ajeetha Beegum (DIG), Merin Joseph (SP, Crime Branch HQ), G. Poonguzhali (AIG, Coastal Police), Aishwarya Dongre (Asst. Director, Kerala Police Academy), Ajith V (AIG, Law & Order), and S. Madhusoodanan (SP, Crime Branch, Thiruvananthapuram). Their primary responsibility will be to record statements from those who have made allegations, ensuring a comprehensive investigation.

This decision follows discussions between the Chief Minister and the Director General of Police (DGP) and comes in the wake of renewed controversies sparked by the Justice Hema Committee report. The government has indicated that legal action will be taken if the complainants stand by their allegations, signaling a firm stance on addressing the issue.