Undertrial prisoner dies by suicide in Bargarh jail
An undertrial prisoner, Giridhari Rohidas, died by suicide in Bargarh district jail by electrocution late Monday night. Jail authorities confirmed the 38-year-old used his teeth to tear a live wire after Diwali celebrations. Preliminary inquiry and CCTV footage indicate the act was motivated by distress over accusations under the POCSO Act and fear of social rejection.
An undertrial prisoner, Giridhari Rohidas, died by suicide in Bargarh district jail by electrocution late Monday night. Jail authorities confirmed the 38-year-old used his teeth to tear a live wire after Diwali celebrations. Preliminary inquiry and CCTV footage indicate the act was motivated by distress over accusations under the POCSO Act and fear of social rejection.
