High Court Declares Custodial Beating, Molestation of Women as Crimes, Not Police Duty

The High Court made it clear that any act of custodial beating or molestation of women is a criminal offence and does not fall within the scope of legitimate police duties. The judgment emphasizes that law‑enforcement personnel must adhere to legal standards and cannot justify violence or sexual abuse under the guise of duty. Such observations by the judiciary serve as a reminder of the accountability expected from police officials when dealing with detainees, especially women.