Theni Jail Escape: TNSLSA Orders Inquiry Into Inmate Torture

Justice S.M. Subramaniam of the Madras High Court has ordered an inquiry following a prisoners' escape from Theni jail. Acting in his capacity as the Executive Chairman of the Tamil Nadu State Legal Services Authority, the judge initiated the probe into allegations of inmate torture. This investigation aims to address the systemic issues and human rights violations reported within the correctional facility.