Custodial Violence & CCTVs: Supreme Court Flags Centre’s Non-compliance

On November 25, 2025, the Supreme Court described custodial violence and deaths as a "blot" on the system.

  • The Court also questioned whether the Centre was treating the issue of non-functional CCTVs in police stations with sufficient seriousness.

Background

  • In 2020, a Supreme Court judgment mandated the installation of CCTV cameras in police stations and offices of central law enforcement agencies with interrogation powers.
  • The directive was intended to safeguard the fundamental right to dignity and life by serving as a deterrent against custodial torture.

Issues Highlighted

Non-submission of Compliance Affidavits

  • As of November 22, 2025, the Centre, 19 ....
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