Bhupesh Baghel Alleges Tribal Leader Jeevan Thakur Framed in Fake Case, Raises Custodial Death in Chhattisgarh Assembly
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Bhupesh Baghel Raises Custodial Death, Farm Issues in Chhattisgarh Assembly
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News18•26-02-2026, 13:02
Bhupesh Baghel Raises Custodial Death, Farm Issues in Chhattisgarh Assembly
•Former CM Bhupesh Baghel raised the issue of custodial deaths, specifically mentioning tribal leader Jeevan Thakur, alleging he was framed in a false case.
•Baghel demanded a Vidhan Sabha committee investigation into custodial deaths and questioned the government on drug cases and the Navya Malik case.
•Opposition moved an adjournment motion over incomplete paddy procurement, leading to a ruckus and suspension of MLAs.
•Bhupesh Baghel criticized the government for not procuring paddy, causing farmer debt and suicides, calling it 'misgovernance'.
•Other issues discussed included Naxal rehabilitation policy, vacant posts in ITI and Ambedkar Hospital, and exploitation of gig workers.
