Kerala Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Rahul Mamkootathil has resigned from his post as the State President of the Youth Congress after facing allegations of inappropriate behaviour by writer Honey Bhaskaran and model-actress Rini Ann George, ANI reported.

The matter has triggered widespread political reactions, with Congress leadership promising swift and serious action if the allegations are proven credible.

Earlier on Wednesday, Leader of the Opposition in Kerala and senior Congress leader VD Satheesan addressed the issue, stating that the party would thoroughly examine the matter and proceed accordingly.