Pregnant woman's death: NHRC pulls up govt for not paying relief to kin
In a fresh order dated July 14, 2025, the commission expressed dissatisfaction over the non-compliance of its earlier directive issued on Dec 5, 2024, where it had directed the chief secretary to pay a compensation of Rs 2 lakh to the next of kin of the deceased, Manorama Dongori, within six weeks.
The NHRC noted that only forwarding letters had been received from the authorities concerned, with no proof of payment or compliance report.
"The compliance report, along with proof of payment, is still awaited," the commission stated, directing the chief secretary to submit the required documents within four weeks, by Aug 21, 2025.
The case relates to a complaint filed by Jeypore-based human rights activist and advocate Anup Kumar Patro on Jan 14, 2023, alleging that Dongori, who was nine months pregnant, was arrested during a protest and subsequently denied adequate medical attention while in custody.
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She died on Jan 14, 2023, two days after her release from jail.
The commission had earlier reviewed preliminary reports submitted by local authorities but found them insufficient. A medical expert on NHRC's panel, after reviewing the documents, stated that it was unclear whether the woman had received appropriate treatment while in custody. The expert recommended submission of the full set of medical treatment records and a legible post-mortem report to determine the cause of death.
In light of the incomplete submissions, the commission had directed the Rayagada SP to furnish the required documents within four weeks, which also remain pending.
The NHRC has now reiterated its demand for compliance and submission of the full report, including the compensation proof and medical records, for further consideration. The commission has warned that failure to comply will invite coercive action under Section 13 of the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993.
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