In Rajasthan's Merta, three men accused of swindling an elderly man were paraded through town dressed in women's clothing, chanting admissions of guilt. This public shaming tactic, increasingly used by Rajasthan police against organized and financial crimes, aims to deter potential offenders and reassure the public.
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