Kerala Tourist Boat Capsize: Judicial Probe Ordered; Owner Absconding

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has announced a judicial probe into the fatal tourist boat capsize near the Tuvalthiram beach in Thanur area of the Malappuram district which killed 22 people. The decision was taken after an all-party meeting.

"The all-party meeting has decided for a judicial inquiry in this matter. The probe will cover the technical issues related to the boat's safety among other matters. A judicial commission comprising technical experts will be formed. A Special investigation team of the Kerala police will also probe the matter," Vijayan said.

While the boat owner, Nassar, remains absconding, the police have arrested his brother Salam and a neighbour Muhammad Shafi from Kochi. They have seized a phone and a car belonging to Nassar. He has been charged with culpable homicide.

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