Kerala Church Ownership Dispute Escalates into Violence; 22 Charged

A violent clash erupted over the ownership of a church in Kerala, as captured in a circulated video. The incident led to a criminal case filed against 22 individuals, who are alleged to have participated in the altercation. Police have taken action by arresting several suspects and are investigating the underlying dispute. The conflict stems from competing factions claiming rights over the church premises, a matter that has drawn attention from local authorities. The case is expected to be heard in the district court, with authorities urging calm among the parties involved.