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Incidents
On February 5, 2014, Chirakkal Radha, a 49-year-old sweeper at the Congress block committee office in Nilambur, was brutally murdered inside the congress office in Nilambur. The autopsy revealed severe injuries, indicating that Radha was tortured by having a broom handle inserted into her private parts before being strangled to death. The Kerala Police identified B.K. Biju Nair, former personal assistant to state minister Aryadan Muhammed, and Kunnasseri Shamsuddin as the main suspects. Radha's body was found on February 10, 2014, in a pond at Chulliyode near Nilambur.

On February 5, 2014, Chirakkal Radha, a 49-year-old sweeper at the Congress block committee office in Nilambur, was brutally murdered inside the congress office in Nilambur. The autopsy revealed severe injuries, indicating that Radha was tortured by having a broom handle inserted into her private parts before being strangled to death. The Kerala Police identified B.K. Biju Nair, former personal assistant to state minister Aryadan Muhammed, and Kunnasseri Shamsuddin as the main suspects. Radha's body was found on February 10, 2014, in a pond at Chulliyode near Nilambur.

Investigation and Arrests
According to the police, Radha threatened to expose Biju Nair's love affair, which led to the murder. Forensic experts confirmed the use of a broom handle and despite no evidence of rape, the crime fell under sexual offense per IPC section 376. Biju Nair and Shamsuddin were arrested on February 10, 2014, after Radha's jewelry was found with Shamsuddin. Radha's clothes were burnt, her shoes removed, and her mobile phone dismantled to avoid detection.

Court Proceedings
Initially, both accused were convicted by the Additional District Sessions Court at Manjeri and sentenced to life imprisonment. The conviction was based on the brutality of the crime and the evidence presented, including witness statements and forensic reports. The large crowd that gathered at the court to witness the conviction reflected the case's high public interest.

Acquittal
In a significant turn of events, the Kerala High Court acquitted both Biju Nair and Shamsuddin in April 2021. The High Court accepted the appeal filed by the accused against the order of the Manjeri court. The judgment highlighted that the prosecution had failed to prove the guilt of the accused beyond a reasonable doubt, leading to their release. This acquittal raised concerns about the judicial process and the handling of evidence.

Motive
Radha's threat to expose Biju Nair's affair and her blackmailing him for money.

Mode of Killing
Torture using a broom handle and subsequent strangulation.

Discovery
Radha's body was found in a pond, with significant evidence of destruction attempted by the accused.

Controversy
Radha's brother and opposition expressed doubts about the investigation, suggesting higher-level involvement in the murder.

Conclusion
The Radha murder case remains a significant point of reference in Kerala's criminal history. Despite the initial conviction, the acquittal of the accused highlights challenges within the judicial system in proving guilt and securing justice. There are numerous appeals to the court against the judgment and acquittal of the accused.