Human Rights Commission orders probe into death of remand prisoner of Viyyur jail
The Kerala State Human Rights Commission has ordered an inquiry into the death of a 33-year-old remand prisoner at Viyyur Central Jail following allegations of custodial torture. While officials attribute the death to a pre-existing medical condition causing internal bleeding, the family claims there were visible signs of assault.
Why it matters
The case highlights ongoing concerns regarding custodial safety, the treatment of prisoners with mental health challenges, and the transparency of investigations into deaths within the prison system.
The State Human Rights Commission has suo motu registered a case into the death of a remand prisoner from Viyyur jail who died while undergoing treatment at the Government Medical College Hospital. Commission member V. Geetha has directed the head of the jail department and the Thrissur City Police Commissioner to conduct a detailed inquiry and submit a report within 15 days. The case will be taken up during the Commission’s sitting in Thrissur after the report is received.
The report balances the official medical explanation with the family's allegations and the commission's formal response.
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