Hyderabad, June 30: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has sought a detailed report from the Telangana Police and Suryapet district administration in connection with the alleged custodial death of Rajesh, a case that has sparked widespread attention in the State.
The Commission has directed the Suryapet District Collector and Superintendent of Police to submit a comprehensive report within three weeks after taking cognisance of a complaint alleging illegal detention and custodial torture.
The complaint, filed by advocate Rama Rao Immineni, alleged that Rajesh was illegally detained by the Kodad police for five days and subjected to third degree torture before his death. Taking note of the seriousness of the allegations, the NHRC sought an explanation from the district authorities.
The Commission directed the authorities to submit all material related to the case, including the post mortem report, post mortem video, medical records, details of the magisterial inquiry and documents connected to the ongoing investigation. It also asked officials to provide a status report on the action taken so far.
The NHRC issued notices to the Suryapet District Collector and Superintendent of Police, seeking clarification on the circumstances surrounding Rajesh’s death, the role of the police and the progress of the investigation.
The Commission also sought information on whether the Telangana State Human Rights Commission has initiated any proceedings in the matter. It directed the State Commission to submit details of any action taken and the present status of its inquiry.
Meanwhile, Rajesh was reportedly under investigation in connection with the alleged misappropriation of funds from the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund (CMRF). According to reports, he was taken into police custody during the investigation. However, the circumstances surrounding his detention and subsequent death have become the subject of controversy.
The victim’s family has demanded that the case be treated as a custodial murder and sought registration of a murder case along with charges under the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.
The NHRC is expected to decide on further action after examining the report to be submitted by the Telangana authorities.
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