The in-charge (IC) of Khelmati Police Station in Assam s Lakhimpur district has been suspended after a detainee mysteriously died in police custody. An on-duty sentry has also been also suspended. An independent inquiry has been initiated by the Additional SP of Biswanath, following all legal provisions and NHRC/AHRC guidelines. The DIG NR has been instructed to head to the Khelmati police station in response to the incident. The incident sparked outrage and tension in the region.
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