Tribal Activist from Kerala Interrogated for Alleged Extortion Attempt Against Real Estate Developer
A Kerala-based tribal activist has been questioned by police in Coimbatore for allegedly trying to extort a large sum from a real estate developer.
Real EstateExtortionTribal ActivistKeralaCoimbatoreReal Estate NewsJul 21, 2024
According to the complaint lodged by Senthilnathan on July 11, Sukumaran had contacted him over the phone, demanding a large sum of money in exchange for allowing his company to sell properties at Nyra Resorts and Luxury Villa in Palakkad. The complainant alleged that Sukumaran had threatened him with dire consequences if his demands were not met and had also posted false information about the company on his social media page.
The police investigation revealed that Sukumaran had indeed posted a message against the real estate firm on his Facebook page, which he later removed in the presence of the authorities. Although he denied the allegations of demanding money, Senthilnathan has agreed to withdraw the complaint, and Sukumaran was let off after the inquiry.
Sukumaran, who has been working towards securing land rights for tribals in Attapadi, was booked under sections 389 and 506(ii) of the Indian Penal Code. The case highlights the importance of protecting businesses from extortion attempts and ensuring that individuals do not misuse their influence to demand money from others.
Information
Dream Square Builders and Promoters Pvt Ltd is a real estate development company based in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. The company has been involved in several projects, including the development of Nyra Resorts and Luxury Villa in Palakkad, Kerala.
All India Krantikari Kisan Sabha is a non-profit organization that works towards securing the rights of farmers and tribals across India. The organization has been actively involved in various movements and campaigns to protect the interests of marginalized communities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of the tribal activist who was questioned by the police?
Sukumaran, a 64-year-old senior functionary of All India Krantikari Kisan Sabha.
What was Sukumaran accused of doing?
Sukumaran was accused of attempting to extort a large sum of money from a real estate developer, M Senthilnathan.
What was the name of the real estate company involved in the case?
Dream Square Builders and Promoters Pvt Ltd.
What was the name of the project that Sukumaran allegedly tried to extort money for?
Nyra Resorts and Luxury Villa in Palakkad, Kerala.
What was the outcome of the inquiry?
Senthilnathan agreed to withdraw the complaint, and Sukumaran was let off after the inquiry.
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