Darshan’s smoking photo triggers government action: Suspension of Bengaluru prison officials : Bollywood News

In a recent scandal, seven officials from Bengaluru's Parappana Agrahara central prison, including jailers, have been suspended following the emergence of a viral photo featuring actor Darshan. The image, which shows Darshan, a murder accused, smoking a cigarette and mingling with other prisoners in the jail's lawn, has caused a significant uproar. Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara has labeled the incident a serious lapse and ordered an immediate investigation.

Darshan’s smoking photo triggers government action: Suspension of Bengaluru prison officials

Details of the incident

The viral photo, which surfaced on social media, was taken by a prison staff member and shared by his wife. The sight of Darshan, who is facing serious charges, receiving what appears to be preferential treatment, has drawn criticism. The suspended officials include jailers Sharan Basappa Amingad and Prabhu S Khandelwal, assistant jailers L S Kuppeswamy and Srikanth Talwar, and head warders Venkappa, Sampath Kumar, and K Basappa. The state government has condemned the incident, calling for strict measures to prevent such occurrences in the future.

Public reaction and family’s outrage

The incident has provoked outrage from the family of the murder victim. Renukaswamy’s father, Shiva Gowda, described the situation as shocking, stating, “We trusted the police and the justice system, but this news is shocking.” He also expressed his disbelief at Darshan’s lack of apparent remorse, saying, “Looks like he does not have any guilt for committing a crime.” Shiva Gowda has called for a CBI investigation and urged the state government to take strong action against Darshan.

Background on the case

Darshan, who was arrested on June 11 alongside his close friend Pavitra Gowda, is accused of being involved in the murder of Renukaswamy. The crime, which allegedly stemmed from social media disputes, was committed on June 9. Renukaswamy’s body was found in a stormwater drain, approximately 10 kilometers from where he was killed. The motives and details surrounding the crime continue to be investigated by the police.

This incident has not only raised concerns about prison management but also about the broader implications for the judicial system's handling of high-profile cases.

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