M. Nigoshkumar, the owner of Mridanga Vision, the main organizer of the grand dance event at the Kaloor stadium during the inauguration where Uma Thomas, Member of Parliament, fell on the temporary stage, appeared before the police in Kochi City on Thursday following the Kerala High Court. guidance.
He was among the five accused in a case registered by the Palarivattom police for criminal negligence and attempted manslaughter in connection with the event.
However, another accused, PS Janish, owner of Thrissur-based Oscar Event Management who was responsible for organizing the event, did not appear. The High Court has asked both the accused to appear before the investigating officer while considering their bail application. The police have reportedly stopped Mridanga Vision’s bank account with an amount of R38 lakh.
Meanwhile, speaking to the media about the emergence of a video showing the fall of Ms. Thomas where he was seen next to him and tried to extend his hand to no avail, District Superintendent of Police (Kochi City) Putta Vimaladitya named. as an unfortunate incident.
He said that a thorough investigation has been launched into the use of funds by Mridanga Vision. A case has been registered alleging breach of trust and cheating. Bank accounts and documents are verified to determine how much money the organizers have collected and from whom. Witness statements are also recorded. The Department of Public Works has issued a report on unscientific stage construction, said Mr. Vimaladitya.
Meanwhile, actress Divya Unni, who was part of the dance, is heading to the United States where she lives. Police said they currently have no plans to question him and will only do so if necessary.
Published – January 02, 2025 09:28 pm IST