A video has emerged showing Indian National League (INL) workers threatening Independent candidate Abdul Rahman Kalanad in Melparamba, Kasaragod. The incident occurred in Chemmad grampanchayat’s 16th ward, also called Kalanad. Sources say three INL workers confronted Abdul Rahman at a shop. They issued warnings linked to fears that his participation could split votes. This contest is tight, as last time the INL candidate won by just eight votes. The same INL candidate is contesting again, while the IUML candidate who lost before is also in the fray. The video has raised political tensions in the area ahead of the election.