An inmate at Nagpur Central Jail died by suicide after reportedly hanging himself using the elastic from his underwear, officials confirmed on Wednesday.
According to sources, the incident took place late Tuesday night. The inmate, who was reportedly suffering from depression, used the elastic band of his undergarment to hang himself from the barricade inside his cell.
Jail authorities discovered the incident on Wednesday morning and immediately rushed him to the Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), where doctors declared him dead. A post-mortem examination was conducted to determine the exact cause of death.
Dhantoli Police have registered a case and launched an investigation into the matter. Officials are also reviewing the circumstances that led to the incident, including whether there were any lapses in mental health monitoring and jail supervision.
The case has once again raised concerns about the mental well-being of inmates and the preventive measures in place within correctional facilities.
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