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Allahabad HC Flags Misuse of BNSS Preventive Detention Powers in Prayagraj Police Commissionerate - (11 Jun 2026)

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Allahabad HC has strongly criticised the alleged misuse of preventive detention provisions under the BNSS, observing that magisterial powers vested in Police Commissioners in districts like Prayagraj and Ghaziabad are being “misused to the hilt,” indicating serious concerns over abuse of authority.

Tags : PREVENTIVE DETENTION; POLICE COMMISSIONERATE; POWERS  

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