Take strict action against officers making accused wear only undergarments in lockups: Kerala State Human Rights Commission - The HinduPublished - May 16, 2026 12:28 am IST - ThiruvananthapuramThe Kerala State Human Rights Commission on Friday called for strict action against police officers who make the accused wear only undergarments in the station lockups.The direction was issued by Commission chairperson Alexander Thomas.The panel directed the State Police Chief to ensure that the instructions given by the police headquarters in this regard are followed by the officers.The action was taken on a complaint filed by a Thiruvananthapuram-native R.G. Leninraj alleging that making the accused wear only undergarments in the lockups was a violation of their human and fundamental rights.The commission also received a report from the ADGP (Law and Order) in the matter.According to the report, the police headquarters had given instructions that the police personnel should not violate the human and fundamental rights of the accused and warned of strict disciplinary action for any act contrary to this.Published - May 16, 2026 12:28 am ISTSign in to unlock member-only benefits!Access 10 free stories every monthSave stories to read laterAccess to comment on every storySign-up/manage your newsletter subscriptions with a single clickGet notified by email for early access to discounts & offers on our products${ ind + 1 } ${ device }Last active - ${ la }