Issuing Slew Of Guidelines, Tripura HC Orders State To Frame SOP For Probe In Missing Person Cases, Ensure Police Adherence

Tripura High Court has directed the state to establish Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for handling missing person cases, emphasizing police adherence to investigative protocols. This decision followed a petition citing failures in police investigations of missing persons, urging systemic reforms. The court's order mandates clear guidelines to ensure thorough and timely investigations, promoting accountability in such cases.