PATHANAMTHITTA: Threatening messages allegedly sent by MLA Rahul Mamkootathil to a survivor have surfaced. Screenshots of Telegram chats between Rahul and the survivor in the third rape case registered against him are circulating in cyberspace. The messages were allegedly sent after he came to know the survivor was pregnant. The messages reportedly contain death threats and warnings against the survivor and her family. The chargesheet said Rahul allegedly threatened the victim on multiple occasions, citing his political position and contacts, and warning her against opposing him.

Source: Indian Express January 13, 2026 02:40 UTC