KOZHIKODE: Several clashes have been reported across the state following the entry of young women to Sabarimala. Protesters forcefully closed the shops at SM Street in Kozhikode. The police have taken control of the situation completely by using teargas. The hartal supporters have also damaged many vehicles.

Vyapari Vyavasayi Ekopana Samithi and other unions had earlier clarified that shops will be opened on the day of hartal. They reached as groups and opened their shops. However, hartal supporters reached the spot and threatened them to close the shops. The police have arrested five people in connection with the incident.