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Sonam Saigal

Comical that Wodehouse is considered a security risk: Bombay HC

The Bombay High Court on Monday said it is comical to know that authorities of Taloja Central Jail refused to hand over a book written by famous author and humorist P.G. Wodehouse to journalist and activist Gautam Navlakha citing "security risk."

A division bench of Justices S.B. Shukre and G.A. Sanap said, "This shows the attitude of the jail authorities. It is the job of the National Investigation Agency (NIA), as prosecuting agency, to ensure that the arrested person"s life is made comfortable in jail. At least basic needs should be met."

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