Puducherry Police visit home of CJP spokesperson Saurav Das
Puducherry Police visited the family home of Citizens for Justice and Peace spokesperson Saurav Das, prompting allegations of intimidation from Das. The police have rejected these claims, stating the visit was a routine security exercise conducted ahead of Independence Day.
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What Happened
Puducherry Police visited the family residence of CJP spokesperson Saurav Das on Wednesday. Following the visit, Das alleged that his family members were subjected to questioning and harassment by the officers. He questioned the intent behind the police action and suggested that the visit was politically motivated.
Police officials have denied the allegations of intimidation and harassment. A senior official stated that the visit was a routine security drill performed in the vicinity of important routes ahead of Independence Day. The police maintained that the interaction was a standard procedure for security purposes.
Key Facts
- Saurav Das is a spokesperson for the Citizens for Justice and Peace.
- Puducherry Police visited the home of Das's relatives.
- Das alleged that his family was intimidated and harassed during the visit.
- Police officials rejected the allegations of harassment.
- The police described the visit as a routine security exercise ahead of Independence Day.
The Timeline9
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12 Aug
- TOIThe Times of IndiaCJP’s Saurav Das claims Pondicherry Police ‘harassed’ kin, claims Centre link
- DHDeccan HeraldCJP's Saurav Das alleges ‘intimidation’ by Puducherry police; official rejects claim as false
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