The Chhattisgarh High Court upheld the life sentence of CRPF constable Sant Kumar for murdering four colleagues. The court emphasized that stressful work conditions do not justify such violence. It rejected Kumar’s appeal, citing eyewitness testimony and noting his premeditated actions, despite his claims of mental strain and unfair duty assignments.
The Orissa High Court criticized the CRPF for dismissing a constable who attempted suicide, highlighting the immense pressure faced by armed forces. The court emphasized the need for mental health support and ordered the constable’s reinstatement to non-firearm-related tasks, considering his medical clearance from a mental health institute. The decision was made citing the Mental Healthcare Act.
