Maharashtra Issues New SOP

The state of Maharashtra has taken a significant step towards ensuring accountability in cases of custodial deaths. The new Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) mandates the preservation of CCTV footage and emphasizes the importance of medical safeguards. This move is expected to bring about greater transparency in the investigation process. The SOP is designed to provide a clear framework for investigating agencies to follow, ensuring that all necessary steps are taken to determine the cause of death. By prioritizing CCTV preservation and medical safeguards, the state aims to prevent any potential tampering with evidence and ensure that the investigation is conducted in a fair and impartial manner.