Arunachal CM Khandu expresses concern over alleged custodial torture of anti-drug activist in Assam
Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has expressed concern over the alleged custodial torture of anti-drug activist Gumin Mize in Assam. The incident has sparked outrage in both Arunachal Pradesh and Assam, with calls for justice from various groups. Khandu has requested the Assam government to ensure Mize's safety while in custody and has emphasized the importance of monitoring the situation closely.
- ▪Gumin Mize was arrested by Assam Police on May 20 in connection with a violent incident in Assam.
- ▪Photographs and videos showing injuries on Mize's body have led to public outrage and demands for justice.
- ▪A formal complaint has been filed with the National Human Rights Commission alleging custodial torture.
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Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Tuesday (May 26, 2026) expressed concern over the alleged custodial torture of anti-drug activist Gumin Mize, as outrage intensified across the State and neighbouring Assam over photographs and videos purportedly showing injury marks on his body while in police custody.The State government has taken up the matter with Assam, with Mr. Khandu stating that he personally intervened after coming across the incident on social media.Speaking to reporters here, Mr. Khandu said Arunachal Pradesh could not interfere in another State’s judicial process but had strongly conveyed its concerns to the Assam government. How the police view custodial torture in India: Data"Mize has done excellent work here for the past several years against drugs.
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