BJP MP frees illegally shackled man in Odisha police station

India Jun 20, 2025

BJP MP Pratap Chandra Sarangi recently helped free Kartika Chandra Bhol, a sound system operator who was held for two days at Bhograi police station without any charges—just because of a dispute with his employer over a motorcycle.
Despite theft allegations, no official case was filed against him.

Officer in charge suspended for misconduct

After Sarangi flagged the issue to district police, the officer in charge was promptly suspended for misconduct.
The incident has put a spotlight on ongoing problems with unfair detentions and highlights why stronger oversight and reforms are needed to protect people's rights.