Minister Chennithala warns of crackdown on illegal spas, says legislation under consideration
- On Monday, Keralam Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala announced the intensification of "Operation Spa" to combat illegal activities at spas statewide. Police are conducting raids following complaints of exploitation and financial fraud.
- Recently, police arrested several people after a minor was sexually assaulted at a spa in Kovalam, Thiruvananthapuram. Numerous complaints allege women are being exploited and cheated at establishments operating without valid licenses.
- The government is considering legislation to regulate this sector, Chennithala said. Violators could face license cancellation and restrictions on obtaining a license in the future.
- Expanding the anti-narcotics campaign, Chennithala noted that 'Operation Toofan' would reach more people statewide. "Toofan has been implemented successfully by the Keralam Police with public support," he said.
- With the festive season underway, Keralam Police apprehended over 10,000 people for drunk driving during vehicle inspections. "Drunk driving will not be allowed," Chennithala said, warning of strict action under the Motor Vehicles Act.
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Keralam to crack down on illegal spas after sexual assault, fraud complaints
Keralam Police intensified raids on illegal spas following serious complaints and criminal cases. The government is considering stronger regulation to prevent exploitation, fraud and unlicensed operations.
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Hindustan TimesMinister Chennithala warns of crackdown on illegal spas, says legislation under consideration
Thrissur (Keralam), Oct 19 (PTI) Keralam Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala on Monday said the drive against illegally operating spas would be intensified, citing complaints of widespread exploitation of women and financial fraud at such establishments. Speaking to reporters, he said police have been conducting raids at spas across Keralam over the past three to four […]
Thiruvananthapuram: The police have taken a decisive step in the case of sexual exploitation of a minor girl at a spa in Kovalam. The mother and her husband, who are accused of bringing the girl to the spa, have been taken into custody from Andhra Pradesh. Based on the girl's statement and the information obtained during the investigation, the police are investigating whether the customers who had visited the spa were also involved in the incide…
Kerala Home Minister warns of strict action against illegal activities in spas
Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala on Monday warned that spas and wellness centres engaging in illegal activities would face stringent checks and continuous monitoring, asserting that no offender would be allowed to escape the law
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