Stalin recounts brutal treatment during Emergency imprisonment

During the Emergency, M.K. Stalin spent several months imprisoned in Madras Central Prison at age 23. He later deposed before the Justice M.M. Ismail Commission, recounting the harsh treatment he and other inmates endured from jailers.

Staling described being beaten and harassed during his confinement. He also alleged that inmates were fed poor-quality food during their time in custody. His testimony formed part of the commission's broader investigation into atrocities committed during the Emergency period.