Gujarat DGP Orders: No Accused Processions | Human Rights Protection The Gujarat Director General of Police (DGP) has issued a strict written directive prohibiting the public display of accused individuals in criminal cases. The order mandates that police personnel must not subject accused persons to degrading treatment, including public humiliation, physical abuse, or any form of disrespect. The directive emphasizes the importance of safeguarding human rights and ensuring that legal procedures are followed even when dealing with serious offenses. According to the DGP's instructions, accused individuals, regardless of the severity of their alleged crimes, must be treated within the bounds of the law. The directive explicitly bans actions such as publicly humiliating accused persons, using force or sticks to inflict pain, or compelling them to perform gestures like joining hands or being physically restrained. These measures are intended to prevent the erosion of dignity and the violation of fundamental rights. The order also highlights the responsibility of the police to ensure the safety of accused individuals from violent crowds or public unrest. Police are instructed to maintain strict vigilance during the process of presenting accused persons before magistrates, ensuring that they are not exposed to any form of public hostility. This directive aims to balance the need for public safety with the protection of individual rights. The DGP's directive comes in response to recent incidents where videos of police officers mistreating accused persons have surfaced. These incidents have raised concerns about the misuse of power and the potential violation of legal procedures.#legal_experts #director_general_of_police #gujarat_dgp #human_rights_protection #accused_individuals
