Tamil Nadu: Dalit Youth Aakash Delison's Cremation After 101 Days Following Alleged Custodial Torture Death

Aakash Delison, a 26-year-old Dalit youth from Tamil Nadu, was cremated after 101 days. He died on March 8, allegedly from custodial torture. A post-mortem revealed 28 injuries. His family protested for months, refusing the body until all accused officers were arrested. The Madras High Court eventually ordered the cremation. Six police personnel were suspended. The case highlights ongoing concerns about custodial violence and caste-based discrimination in India.