Orissa High Court grants bail to woman lawyer, fiance allegedly tortured at Odisha police station

The Orissa High Court granted bail to a woman lawyer who alleged torture in police custody. The lawyer was arrested in connection with a case of alleged abetment to suicide. She claimed that she was subjected to physical and mental torture while in custody. The court took serious note of the allegations and directed the state government to conduct a thorough investigation into the matter. The court's decision underscores the importance of protecting the rights of individuals in custody and ensuring that allegations of custodial torture are promptly and impartially investigated. The case highlights the need for stringent measures to prevent custodial violence and uphold the rule of law.