Custodial Death Sparks Violent Protests in Chhattisgarh

Anger erupts in Balrampur after a man allegedly commits suicide in police custody, leading to clashes between locals and police.

Gurucharan Mandal, a hospital employee, was found dead in a Balrampur police station bathroom, allegedly by suicide, while being questioned about his missing wife.
Following the news of his death, locals gathered at the police station, vandalizing vehicles and clashing with police forces.
The deceased's family and community leaders demand accountability and compensation, refusing to accept the body until their conditions are met.
Authorities have suspended the police station in-charge and a constable amid growing public outrage and calls for a judicial inquiry into the incident.
Political leaders criticize the state government's handling of law and order, with demands for a high-level investigation into the custodial death.