Order Judicial Inquiry Into Alleged Torture of Talib Hussain Choudhary, Allow Access to Family and Associates: Farooq Inqlabi

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RAJOURI, JUNE 03:-Senior PDP leader Mohd Farooq Inqlabi has expressed serious concern over reports alleging that political and social activist Talib Hussain Choudhary was subjected to physical torture while in police custody. He has urged the government to constitute an independent judicial inquiry committee and ensure a comprehensive medical examination of Talib Hussain Choudhary to ascertain the facts.

In a statement issued here, Farooq Inqlabi said that Talib Hussain Choudhary was taken into custody while peacefully protesting in support of the residents of Sidhra Bandi, whose houses were recently demolished by the authorities. He stated that Talib Hussain was raising his voice for the affected families and highlighting their grievances through democratic and peaceful means.

Inqlabi said that Talib Hussain Choudhary has remained in police custody for the past two days, and reports alleging physical assault and ill-treatment during detention have surfaced. He said these allegations have generated widespread concern among the public and must be investigated through a fair, impartial, and transparent process.

He further expressed concern over reports that family members, associates, and well-wishers have not been allowed to meet Talib Hussain since his detention. According to Inqlabi, the lack of access has created anxiety and apprehension among those concerned about his well-being.
Calling for immediate action, Farooq Inqlabi urged the government to establish a judicial inquiry committee, arrange an independent medical examination of Talib Hussain Choudhary, and make the findings public to ensure transparency and maintain public confidence in the justice system.

He said that if any wrongdoing or excessive use of force is found to have occurred, those responsible should be held accountable in accordance with the law. At the same time, he added, if the allegations are found to be unsubstantiated, the findings should also be clearly communicated to the public.

Emphasizing democratic values, Inqlabi stated that the right to peaceful protest is a fundamental democratic right and that the protection of human rights, transparency in law enforcement, and safeguarding the rights of detainees are essential principles of a democratic society.
Note: The allegations mentioned in this statement are claims made by the PDP leader and have not been independently verified.