The Supreme Court has directed the Assam Human Rights Commission (AHRC) to investigate 171 alleged fake encounters by Assam police in 2021. While dismissing a PIL, the court noted the petitioner's claims appeared speculative, except for a few incidents. AHRC will invite victims and families to provide evidence and can select police officials for inquiry.
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