APCR demands investigation by Human Right Commission into custodial death in Davangere
Davangere: The Association for Protection of Civil Rights (APCR) has called for an urgent investigation into the alleged custodial death of Adil, a 30-year-old resident of Tipu Nagar in Channagiri, Karnataka. In a letter addressed to the Chairperson of the Human Rights Commission, the organization has demanded a thorough and impartial probe into the incident.
According to the APCR, Adil was detained by police on May 24, 2024, for his supposed involvement in gambling activities. However, Adil was pronounced dead while in police custody later that night. The circumstances surrounding his death have sparked unrest in the local community.
Following the announcement of Adil’s death, a violent mob attacked the Channagiri police station, setting several vehicles on fire. The crowd alleges that Adil's death resulted from police misconduct, leading to widespread calls for accountability and justice.
The APCR has emphasized the seriousness of the allegations and the need for a comprehensive investigation by the Human Rights Commission. The organization has insisted that only a detailed examination of the facts will ensure justice for Adil and provide justice to his grieving family.
"We urge the Human Rights Commission to uphold its commitment to safeguarding human rights and ensuring justice for all citizens, irrespective of caste, creed, or religion," the APCR stated in their letter.
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NIA registers case to probe recovery of 79 crude bombs in poll-bound West Bengal
New Delhi (PTI): The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Sunday registered a case to probe recovery of 79 crude bombs in poll-bound West Bengal, officials said.
The move came following a directive by the Union Home Ministry in this regard, they said.
In pursuance to the home ministry's order, the anti-terror agency on Sunday registered a case, which was originally filed at Uttar Kashi police station, Bhangar division, Kolkata on Saturday, and took up the investigation, an NIA spokesperson said in a late night statement.
"The case pertains to recovery of 79 crude bombs and other incriminating materials by Kolkata police, which were being stored at a spot, thereby endangering human life and property," the spokesperson said.
Earlier in the day, the Election Commission had directed the West Bengal Police to launch a special drive to arrest those involved in illegal manufacturing of crude bombs in the poll-bound state, an official said.
It asserted that all cases related to the making of any such explosive would be probed by the National Investigation Agency, the official said.
The directive came after the police recovered a large number of crude bombs from the house of a person, allegedly a TMC worker, at Bhangar in South 24 Parganas district, days ahead of the second and final phase of the assembly polls in the state.
The explosives were recovered during a search at the residence of Rafikul Islam following specific inputs, the official said.
The poll panel also issued a warning to senior police officers across the state over any lapse in maintaining law and order before the April 29 polling.
The first phase of the assembly elections in West Bengal was held on April 23, while the second phase will take place on April 29. Votes will be counted on May 4.
A record 93.19 per cent turnout has been recorded in the first round of polling. Bhangar will vote in the second phase.
