On June 25, 2026, tensions escalated outside the Mayor's office in Thiruvananthapuram as LDF councillors staged a sit-in protest. They were expressing their concerns regarding the secrecy surrounding the re-swearing-in of BJP councillors.
Mayor V.V. Rajesh attempted to enter his office during the protest, which led to a clash between the two political factions. The situation quickly turned chaotic as both sides confronted each other.
This incident underscores the ongoing political strife in the region, particularly between the LDF and BJP, as they navigate issues of governance and transparency.