What is KAAPA and what happens if violated?

KAAPA, or the Kerala Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act, is a law used to extern individuals from certain areas. Violating such an order can lead to fresh proceedings and imprisonment, as seen in Rajesh's case.

What was Rajesh doing when he was caught?

When apprehended by Vizhinjam police, Rajesh was found consuming alcohol with a friend within the Thiruvananthapuram city police limits, which he was prohibited from entering.

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Kaapa Violator Caught Red-Handed in City

Q: Why was Rajesh arrested in Thiruvananthapuram?

Rajesh was arrested for violating an externment order issued under the Kerala Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act (KAAPA), after being found re-entering Thiruvananthapuram city limits.

26 Feb

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Summary

Man arrested for violating externment order under KAAPA.
Accused found consuming alcohol within restricted city limits.
Fresh KAAPA proceedings to lead to jail time for offender.

Kaapa Violator Caught Red-Handed in City

Vizhinjam police apprehended Rajesh, also known as Koralan, on Wednesday for breaching an externment order. This order was issued under the Kerala Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act, commonly known as KAAPA.

Rajesh had previously been expelled from Thiruvananthapuram city's police jurisdiction by an order from the city police commissioner. Acting on confidential intelligence, officers discovered Rajesh had re-entered the city and was engaging in alcohol consumption with an associate within the prohibited area.

He was subsequently presented in court. Police indicated that further legal actions are in progress, and fresh KAAPA proceedings will be initiated, leading to his likely incarceration.

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