VD Satheesan calls it a man-made disaster; calls for time-bound probe

Opposition leader V D Satheesan speaking to media after visiting the mishap spot. Photo: Manorama

Malappuram: Opposition leader V D Satheesan called the Tanur boat accident a a man-made tragedy. He also demanded a time bound probe into the accident that killed 22 people.

"We have many such rule violations in Kerala. It is unfortunate that there is no system to check," he said.

"No action was taken even though people had raised complaints against the boat that met with the accident," he added.

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