Kerala Minister Collapses in Assembly, Rushed to Hospital

Chaos erupted in the Kerala Legislative Assembly on Friday morning when General Education and Labour Minister V Sivankutty suddenly collapsed while addressing questions during the Zero Hour session. The incident, which occurred just ten minutes after the proceedings began at 9 AM, sent shockwaves through the House as fellow legislators from the ruling front rushed to his aid.

Eyewitnesses reported that Sivankutty, visibly distressed, was unable to continue speaking before he was swiftly escorted out of the assembly and rushed to a nearby hospital for urgent medical attention. Assembly officials, while confirming the incident, stated that the exact nature of the minister’s health issue remains unclear pending a thorough medical evaluation. "It doesn’t seem life-threatening at this stage, but we await the hospital’s report," an official noted.

The sudden turn of events disrupted the session, with Parliamentary Affairs Minister M B Rajesh stepping in to address the remaining questions assigned to Sivankutty. The incident has sparked concern among colleagues and constituents, with many expressing hopes for the minister’s speedy recovery. Social media platforms are abuzz with speculation, though no official statement on his condition has been released yet.

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Sivankutty, a prominent figure in Kerala’s political landscape, is known for his vocal presence in the assembly and his work in the education and labor sectors. As news of the incident spreads, all eyes are on the hospital for updates on his health.

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