BJP councilor R. Sugathan arrested in connection with temple clash in Thiruvananthapuram

BJP councilor R. Sugathan, who represents Vazhottukonam division of Thiruvananthapuram, was arrested here on Tuesday evening.

The Vattiyurkavu police have taken into custody Mr. Sugathan, who had been evading arrest for over a month after he was named an accused in a case registered in connection with a clash during a festival at the Vellaikkadavu temple in Vattiyurkavu.

His arrest also led to some tension as a section of BJP workers tried to prevent the police from taking him into custody.

Published – 10 Jun 2026 0:17 IST