GENERAL9 Sept 2026
Indian killed in Sri Lanka prison riot buried under police protection
An Indian national from Kerala, who had lived in Chennai for decades, was killed during riots at a Sri Lanka prison in July. The 73-year-old was buried on September 2 under police protection after a court order, with Indian High Commission officials present. He had been arrested over alleged ganja possession. His clothes went for forensic exam, and the investigation continues.
Key Statutory Highlights
- Indian national Unnikrishnan S, 73, from Kerala, died in July riots at Negombo prison in Sri Lanka.
- His burial on September 2 was done under police protection as per court directive and at state expense.
- His clothes and footwear were handed to the court for forensic examination; the CID is still investigating.
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