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Jail Death Sparks Rights Probe in Faridabad
12 Jul
Summary
- Haryana Human Rights Commission probes undertrial's suspicious death.
- Prisoner allegedly faced harassment and inadequate mental health care.
- Commission seeks comprehensive inquiry into prison protocols and evidence.
The Haryana Human Rights Commission (HHRC) has initiated a probe into the suspicious death of an undertrial prisoner held in judicial custody at the district jail in Neemka, Faridabad. Commission member Deep Bhatia has directed the director general of prisons to submit a comprehensive factual report by August 19.
The complaint alleges that the deceased, Rankit alias Ritik, endured continuous physical and mental harassment. Despite suffering from depression, he reportedly did not receive timely specialist medical or psychological treatment. The commission is examining whether suicide prevention protocols and prison rules were followed.
Furthermore, the HHRC is investigating the specific medical professionals involved, prescribed medications, and the conduct of duty officials. The complainant has urged the preservation of all pertinent records, including CCTV footage, call detail records, and medical histories, to ensure a thorough inquiry into the custodial death.
