Kushal Salley, the son of former Chief of State Intelligence and retired Major General Suresh Salley, stated that his father has been held in custody under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA) for more than 100 days. In protest, he began a fast unto death last Friday night (06), refusing both food and water.
Salley said he is undertaking this action to call for the repeal of the PTA and to draw attention to what he describes as severe mistreatment and inhumane conditions inside CID custody.
He further argued that multiple reports — including findings from Presidential Commissions, FBI-related material, the Channel 4 investigation, and Justice Imam’s report — support his father’s claim of innocence.
At the same time, Kushal Salley acknowledged criticism surrounding his father’s past role, noting allegations that the PTA had previously been used against political opponents during Suresh Salley’s tenure. He maintained, however, that his father is now being unfairly targeted.
He also pointed to recent court proceedings, where a motion was filed regarding his father’s health, alongside a Judicial Medical Officer (JMO) report indicating that he was subjected primarily to psychological torture while in CID detention.
Despite these submissions, Kushal Salley said no favourable ruling has yet been delivered, although a decision is expected this week.
The family continues to call for the repeal of the PTA and for a fair and transparent investigation into the Easter attacks, insisting that Suresh Salley is being wrongfully accused and framed.