Controversial naturopath Mohanan Vaidyar found dead

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Mohanan Vaidyar, a naturopath who was accused of fake medical treatment procedures, was found dead at his relative's house. He was found dead at his relative's house in Kalady, Thiruvananthapuram. The body was transferred to the Medical College. The body was found around 8 pm on Saturday.

Vaidyar had been staying at a relative's house for two days. According to police, Vaidyar had been staying with his son at this house for two days.

People who were with him at home said he was suffering from fever and shortness of breath. Vaidyar's full name is Mohan Nair. He was 65 years old.

Mohanan Vaidyar's explanation of his unscientific treatments on Facebook and other platforms aroused much controversy. His statements about Nipah and Covid were controversial. Subsequently, the state health department and the police took action against him.