PUCL demands action against Bihar police officers for illegal detention of its members
The People’s Union for Civil Liberties (PUCL) has accused Bihar police of illegally detaining and harassing two of its members who were advocating for students arrested during a protest. The organization claims the police violated due process by denying the detainees access to FIRs and legal representation.
Why it matters
The incident raises concerns regarding the treatment of legal advocates and the protection of civil liberties during civil unrest in India.
The People’s Union for Civil Liberties (PUCL), Bihar Unit, on Friday (July 31, 2026), criticised Bihar police, in particular the Station House Officer (SHO) of Gandhi Maidan Police Station, Akhilesh Kumar Mishra, for illegal detention, handcuffing and harassing the PUCL members for raising voice against denial of due process to detained students.
PUCL, Bihar Unit General Secretary Sarfaraz said that Akash Keshav, Advocate-on-Record (AOR), Patna High Court and Vrati Kumar, law graduate from Calcutta University, social worker, and independent filmmaker/director, were illegally detained on Sunday (July 26, 2026) and Monday (July 27, 2026). He added that at times Mr. Keshav has assisted the Patna High Court as Amicus Curiae.
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