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Allahabad HC Criticizes UP Police for Neglecting Fundamental Rights
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 08 Nov 2026, 08:47 PM
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In a recent judgment, the Allahabad High Court slammed Uttar Pradesh police for showing little regard for citizens' fundamental rights and civil liberties.
The Allahabad High Court, in a judgment delivered on Tuesday, condemned the Uttar Pradesh police for a pattern of disregard towards fundamental rights and civil liberties of citizens.
The court highlighted that several incidents involving custodial arrests and use of force have raised serious concerns about the protection of basic human rights within the state.
It called for immediate reforms in policing protocols and urged the state government to ensure that law enforcement agencies adhere to constitutional safeguards.
The judgment is expected to prompt a review of police training and accountability mechanisms across Uttar Pradesh.
The court highlighted that several incidents involving custodial arrests and use of force have raised serious concerns about the protection of basic human rights within the state.
It called for immediate reforms in policing protocols and urged the state government to ensure that law enforcement agencies adhere to constitutional safeguards.
The judgment is expected to prompt a review of police training and accountability mechanisms across Uttar Pradesh.