In a shocking incident that has sent ripples through the judicial system, a prisoner was brutally murdered in a Delhi courtroom lockup on Thursday. The victim,identified as Aman,was an inmate at Tihar Jail,and the alleged assailants are also fellow prisoners. This incident raises serious questions about security and inmate management within the Indian penal system.
The Delhi police reported that the attack was premeditated, stemming from a long-standing feud between Aman and one of the attackers, Jitendra. this rivalry dates back to a 2024 incident where aman was accused of assaulting jitendra and his brother. The courtroom, typically a place of justice, turned into a scene of horror as Jitendra and another accomplice used their feet to strangle Aman, highlighting the vulnerabilities that exist even within the confines of a judicial facility. As the examination unfolds,it becomes increasingly clear that the need for enhanced security measures in Indian jails is more pressing than ever. The incident not onyl underscores the dangers faced by inmates but also raises concerns about the overall safety of the judicial process in India.