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Naxal Varghese | |
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| 1st Kerala State Secretary of CPIML | |
| In office 1969–1970 | |
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| Born | 14 June 1938 Vellamunda, Malabar District, British India |
| Died | 18 February 1970 (aged 31)[1] Thirunelli, Kerala, India[1] |
| Political party | CPIML |
| Known for | Communist activist Murdered by the police |
Arikkad Varghese (Malayalam: അരിക്കാട് വർഗീസ്, 14 June 1938 – 18 February 1970), popularly known as Saghavu (Comrade) Varghese or Naxal Varghese was an Indian CPIML leader involved in activities supporting Adivasis in Wayanad during the 1960s. His actions were linked to advocating for the rights of Adivasis against alleged exploitation by individuals with feudal affiliations and political connections.
Varghese's death was shrouded in controversy, initially portrayed as a confrontation with the police, but after 40 years, a former policeman confessed to being responsible for his death. However, due to circumstances, the full truth behind the incident remains unresolved.[2]
CPIML leaders and activists who worked with Arikkad Varghese were Ajitha, and Grow Vasu.[citation needed]
- ^ a b Ramavarman, T. (28 October 2010). "40 years later, ex-IG found guilty of Naxalite's murder". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 25 September 2012.
- ^ "Kerala top cop convicted in Naxal Varghese case". Zee News. Retrieved 1 April 2015.