Odisha Villagers Demand Probe Into Alleged Police Torture

Residents of the Chandiprasad village in Odisha staged a protest to demand action against local police officers accused of torturing Rakesh Behera. The incident arose after Behera's family claimed he was physically abused when he refused to identify a body as that of his missing wife.

Cuttack DCP Khilari Rishikesh Dnyandeo dismissed claims of torture, stating Behera was treated for medical issues. However, locals allege police mistreated him despite his assertion that the unidentified body was not his wife. The village saw massive protests calling for accountability, and the Odisha police chief has ordered a thorough inquiry into the matter.

(With inputs from agencies.)