Case against Swapna and P C George; special investigation team to be decided today, Jaleel's statement will be recorded

KOCHI: Police said there is a conspiracy behind the revelations of Swapna Suresh, the accused in the gold smuggling case. The FIR alleged that she conspired with P C George two months ago.

The cantonment police had registered a case against Swapna and George on the complaint of former minister K T Jaleel. The case is under sections 153 (call for riot) and 120-b (conspiracy) of IPC. Both are bailable charges. If convicted, they will have to face a jail term of six months. The case will be handed over to a special team today. An officer of ADGP rank is in charge of the investigation. A list including eight officials has been prepared.

After recording Jaleel's statement, the police will also examine the digital evidences. The press conferences of Swapna and George will also be examined. Saritha, the accused in the solar case, will also be questioned.

Meantime, protests by opposition parties demanding the resignation of the chief minister will continue today. Youth Congress activists will stage a march to the Secretariat. The Congress will also march to various collectorates. The party has decided to intensify the protest by organizing a biryani protest.