AMBALAPPUZHA: A youth was stabbed to death in a clash that took place during the festival at the Bhagavatikal temple, Paravoor. The deceased has been identified as Athul (26), son of Punnapra native Salim Kumar. Police have taken Alappuzha Palace Ward native Sreejith (Sreekuttan, 30) into custody in connection with the incident.

The clash took place during a music program held as part of the Kumbhabharani festival around 10.50 pm on Friday. Athul was stabbed during the altercation. Although he was rushed to Alappuzha Medical College Hospital, he died around 1 am on Saturday.