Sun Nov 17 01:54:04 UTC 2024: ## Congress Factional Clash Disrupts Chevayur Bank Election
**Kozhikode, Kerala –** Violence erupted during the Chevayur Service Cooperative Bank election in Kozhikode on Saturday, halting the voting process for several hours. Clashes between rival factions within the Congress party resulted in a lathi charge by police to restore order.
Accusations of widespread fake voting flew from both sides, fueling the intense conflict. Congress MP M.K. Raghavan blamed the CPI(M) for supporting the rebel faction, while other Congress leaders protested, alleging police complicity in the irregularities.
Despite a resumption of voting after police intervention, the tension persisted with continued shouting and accusations between the factions. The incident highlights deep divisions within the local Congress unit. The final outcome of the election remains uncertain.
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