The Supreme Court has given Odisha one month to decide on Dara Singh's remission plea. Singh is serving a life sentence for the 1999 murders of Graham Staines and his sons. He has served over 24 years and claims to have repented his actions. The state's sentence review committee has requested more time to gather necessary records.

Dara Singh, convicted in the murder of missionary Graham Staines, is recommended for release due to good behavior after 26 years.

In August 2024, the top court entertained his plea for premature release and sought the response of the state government | India News