Delhi govt announces compensation for unnatural prison deaths
· Hindustan Times
AI Briefing
- • Delhi govt announces compensation scheme for families of prisoners who die unnatural death in custody.
- • Scheme provides financial assistance of ₹5-7.5 lakh, depending on circumstances.
- • Move aims to ensure timely relief to affected families, in line with NHRC guidelines.
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The Delhi government has notified a compensation scheme for families of prisoners who die unnatural deaths in custody. Financial assistance of ₹5 lakh to ₹7.5 lakh will be provided, depending on the circumstances. The scheme is in line with National Human Rights Commission guidelines.
The compensation scheme aims to ensure timely relief to affected families. Officials announced the scheme on Sunday, outlining the financial assistance available to families who have lost a loved one in custody under unnatural circumstances.
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