Gujarat HC takes suo motu cognisance of police flogging and public parading of accused in Surat

Gujarat HC takes suo motu cognisance of police flogging and public parading of accused in Surat

The Gujarat High Court took suo motu cognisance on July 22 of alleged police flogging and public parading of handcuffed accused in Surat, summoning the Home Department Secretary as a respondent. The court’s intervention follows a July 14 representation by an advocate, who described the incident as a ‘disturbing violation’ of constitutional guarantees. The case stems from a July 14 incident where accused persons were reportedly subjected to physical punishment and paraded in public. The High Court has directed the state government to file a detailed response within two weeks. The incident has sparked public outrage and demands for accountability within the police force.