Torture in detention increasing, says Human Rights Commission
Detainees being held in cuffs for 24 hours – sometimes for 15 – 30 day – with removal only for using the toilet and for eating
Detainees not being provided with necessary items for cleaning themselves, or with pillows and blankets for sleeping
Overcrowding of cells
Police officers cursing and hurting detainees inside vehicles during transfer
Serving of rotten food
Not keeping proper records of detainees including medical, search, and solitary confinement records.
Not providing family meetings and phone calls
Police not providing details of arrested people to HRCM
Police entering homes without a court order
Addressing underage detainees inappropriately
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