Rakesh Behera, the youth who allegedly suffered police torture while in custody at Barang Police Station in Cuttack district, has shown slight improvement in his health. His family confirmed on Monday that he is now able to speak, offering a glimmer of hope in his recovery.
Behera remains admitted to the critical care unit at SCB Medical College and Hospital (SCBMCH) in Cuttack. He was hospitalized in a serious condition after allegedly being subjected to third-degree methods by police. His health is under close medical observation.
The case has drawn significant public concern and intensified scrutiny of police conduct in the district. It has led to widespread demands for a fair and impartial investigation into the allegations of custodial torture.
In a related development, Behera’s wife, who had been reported missing, has returned home. His mother explained that the daughter-in-law had left to find work as a laborer to help repay loan installments and support the family financially. She had been in contact with her husband by phone before returning.
Administrative action has already been taken within the Home Department. Barang Police Station Inspector-in-Charge (IIC) Niranjan Behera was transferred to the office of the Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) in Cuttack following the allegations.
Biswaranjan Nayak, the IIC of Cuttack Purighat Police Station, has been assigned the additional charge as the new IIC of Barang Police Station. The case continues to attract public attention as authorities face growing demands for accountability.
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