Kerala Footwear Shop's Re 1 Shoe Offer Causes Crowd Rush and Police Intervention

A footwear shop in Kozhikode, Kerala, offered branded shoes for just Re 1 to the first 100 customers presenting a one-rupee note, attracting hundreds from nearby districts early on March 8, 2026. The large crowd caused traffic disruptions and a tense situation, prompting police to intervene with a mild lathicharge to prevent a stampede. Authorities registered cases against the shop owners for poor crowd management following the incident.