Baranga Police Station Inspector-in-Charge (IIC) Niranjan Behera has been transferred to the office of the Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Cuttack, following allegations of third-degree torture involving a youth.
The transfer comes amid growing attention surrounding claims of custodial misconduct at the police station.
Transfer Ordered Amid Controversy
According to official sources, Niranjan Behera has been moved from Baranga Police Station and attached to the Cuttack DCP office.
The administrative action follows allegations that a young individual was subjected to third-degree methods while in police custody. The incident has raised concerns regarding police conduct and the treatment of detainees.
Allegations Spark Public Concern
Hundreds of angry residents attempted to storm the premises of Baranga police station in Cuttack on Friday over allegations of custodial torture of a detainee.
The irate crowd, demanding immediate suspension of the officers involved, accused the police of shielding their own, and even claimed that an IPS officer joined in the torture of Rakesh Behera.
