Kannur ADM Naveen Babu found dead after public criticism by CPI(M) leader P.P. Divya, sparking political demands.

Kannur Additional District Magistrate Naveen Babu was found dead on October 15, a day after facing public criticism from CPI(M) leader P.P. Divya during his farewell event. Divya accused Babu of corruption regarding a no-objection certificate for a petrol station, claiming he only acted after his transfer was announced. Following his death, political unrest ensued, with demands for Divya's resignation and an investigation into potential abetment of suicide.