Here are the arguments presented by prosecution against Darshan’s request for mattress and homemade food

The judicial custody of Sandalwood actor Darshan also referred to as the Challenging Star and the 17 other suspects in the case pertaining to the murder of Renukaswamy has been extended until August 1st. The decision pertaining to Darshan’s request for home made food and a mattress is yet to be made. The prosecution however presented arguments as to why it must be rejected. 

The prosecution argued that the medical records do not back up Darshan’s claims to be unwell. It was stated that a request had to be made to the Inspector-General before filing a writ petition. It was pointed out that writ petitions are filed when fundamental rights are encroached upon and that is not applicable in Darshan’s case. 

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Darshan’s counsel argued that as per Chapter 12 of the 1974 Karnataka Prison Rules there were provisions for homemade food based on the email condition and that the set of rules governing undertrial prisoners and convicted prisoners vary. They pointed out that there is a provision to serve mutton twice a week for prisoners. The prosecution however argued that as per rule 720 and rule 720 of Chapter 38, certain norms do not apply for those under trial for murder. It was pointed out there is a scope for suicide or escape if certain requests are approved.