Bhubaneswar, March 15 -- The death of an inmate inside the high-security ward of Bolangir District Jail has triggered controversy and raised serious questions about security arrangements within the prison.

The deceased has been identified as Gopal Sahu, who was lodged in the high-security zone meant for hardcore criminals.

According to jail authorities, Sahu allegedly died by suicide inside his cell. However, his family members have rejected the claim and alleged that he was murdered inside the jail, demanding a thorough investigation into the incident.

The case has sparked widespread concern as the high-security ward is expected to remain under strict surveillance with round-the-clock monitoring. Despite such security measures, the in...