The Supreme Court on Friday ordered the Uttar Pradesh Police to present two men accused in connection with the recent workers’ protest in Noida before a local court, after serious allegations of custodial torture were raised by their families and legal representatives.
The Bench of Justice BV Nagarathna and Justice Ujjal Bhuyan expressed concern over claims that the accused were subjected to physical abuse while in police custody following their detention during demonstrations linked to labour unrest in the industrial region. The court instructed authorities to ensure that due legal procedure is followed and that the detainees receive immediate medical examination.
The case stems from protests organised by workers in Noida over employment-related grievances, including allegations of unfair labour practices and wage disputes. Several protesters were detained during police action aimed at dispersing the demonstrations.
Counsel appearing for the accused informed the court that the detainees had allegedly suffered injuries during interrogation and had not been produced before a magistrate within the prescribed legal timeframe. The plea urged judicial intervention, citing violations of constitutional safeguards and human rights protections.
Taking note of the submissions, the Supreme Court directed the Uttar Pradesh Police to produce the accused before the competent court without delay. The bench also observed that allegations of custodial violence are serious in nature and require independent scrutiny.
The Uttar Pradesh government told the court that law enforcement agencies had acted within the framework of the law and denied any wrongdoing. Officials maintained that the arrests were made in connection with maintaining public order during the protests.
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