Right-wing activist Rahul Easwar has initiated a hunger strike inside the Thiruvananthapuram Central Prison, alleging that the police have fabricated charges against him to prevent his release on bail.
Protest Against Alleged False Charges
Easwar, who was remanded to judicial custody on Monday, December 1, 2025, is now consuming only water as a mark of protest. His primary allegation is that the authorities have invoked fake charges specifically to ensure he remains behind bars and is denied bail. The activist has chosen this drastic form of protest to draw attention to his claim of legal persecution.
Details of the Arrest and Remand
The situation escalated after Easwar was taken into police custody. Following legal procedures, he was presented before a court, which subsequently ordered his judicial remand starting Monday, December 1, 2025. It was from this point that he decided to refuse all food, sustaining himself solely on water. The hunger strike is being staged within the confines of the prison in the state capital, Thiruvananthapuram.
Legal Battle and Public Reaction
The development has sparked discussions in political and legal circles in Kerala. Supporters of the activist have raised concerns over the nature of the charges, echoing his allegations of them being fabricated. The police and prosecution are yet to issue a detailed public response to the specific claims made by Easwar from prison. The condition of the activist on hunger strike is being monitored by prison authorities. This incident adds a new chapter to the ongoing legal and political controversies surrounding the figure.
The protest underscores the heightened tensions and the severe measures individuals are willing to take when they believe the legal system is being weaponized against them. The coming days will be crucial as the legal process unfolds and the health implications of the continued hunger strike become a factor.
