Overview
- Police said the offer promised premium shoes for Re 1 to the first 100 customers who produced a one-rupee note.
- Crowds began gathering around 2 a.m., with people arriving from neighbouring districts such as Wayanad.
- Turnout far exceeded the shop’s capacity, causing a stampede-like situation and bringing local traffic to a standstill.
- Officers used a mild lathicharge after verbal orders failed, dispersing the crowd and halting the promotion.
- Authorities took the shop owners into custody over alleged failure to ensure adequate security, with no large-scale injuries reported.