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Time of India
20 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
NHRC open hearing concludes
1 2 Bhubaneswar: The National Human Rights Commission ( NHRC ) heard 144 cases of human rights violations and recommended Rs 28 lakh in compensation to victims and their families during the two-day Camp Sitting and Open Hearing that concluded in Bhubaneswar on Tuesday. During the proceedings, NHRC chairperson Justice V. Ramasubramanian and members Justice Bidyut Ranjan Sarangi and Vijaya Bharathi Sayani heard the cases.
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Hindustan Times
NHRC camp sitting: Odisha's chief secy, DGP 'sensitised' on crime against women, children
Bhubaneswar, The NHRC on Tuesday said Odisha's chief secretary, director general of police and other officials have been "sensitised" on issues pertaining to crime against women and children. NHRC camp sitting: Odisha's chief secy, DGP 'sensitised' on crime against women, children It also asked the state officers to "submit action taken reports" on past advisories issued by the NHRC on various subjects including mental health and bonded labour. The National Human Rights Commission held an open hearing and camp sitting in Bhubaneswar on July 21-22, hearing 144 cases and recommending about ₹28 lakh as relief to victims of human rights violations in Odisha, it said. NHRC Chairperson, Justice V Ramasubramanian, its Members, Justice Bidyut Ranjan Sarangi and Vijaya Bharathi Sayani heard the cases in the presence of NHRC Secretary General, Bharat Lal, Registrar , Joginder Singh, other senior officers, and officers concerned of the state government, and the complainants, the rights panel said in a statement. "The Commission considered various cases including custodial deaths, deaths in state-run homes, death of children in hospitals due to fire, death due to drowning, stray dog bite, child trafficking, denial of basic human amenities, crime against women, including rape, crime against children, missing persons, police atrocities, suicidal deaths, non-registration of FIR by police, electrocution cases, etc.," it said. Appropriate directions were passed in different cases like granting pension, interim relief of ₹15,000, and other social welfare benefits to a tribal woman; expediting police investigation and filing of chargesheets before the court in several cases; and compensation of ₹four lakh each to the next of kin of five workers, who died while working in a hazardous cracker factory, the NHRC said. The Commission also closed 38 cases after hearing the complainants and the officers concerned. Additionally, three cases have been closed after officers submitted the compliance report along with the proof of payment as recommended by the Commission, officials said. The NHRC also observed that payment of compensation under the 'Victim Compensation Scheme', to the tune of ₹one crore, is "pending in 25 cases". The right panel also interacted with the Member Secretary, Odisha State Legal Services, who ensured disposal of the matters after payment of the compensation, the statement said. After the hearing, the Commission held a meeting with the state's chief secretary, director general of police and other senior officers of the Odisha government on various aspects of human rights. The issues discussed included "crime against women and children, deaths due to snake bite, trafficking during COVID-19 period, problems due to flood situation in parts of Odisha, human rights violations due to practice of witchcraft and sorcery, etc." The compliance of the state functionaries with the directions of the Commission was "appreciated". The NHRC also said that the chief secretary, the DGP and other senior officers of the state government were "sensitised" on issues pertaining to crime against women, children, among others; adding, the Commission has "appreciated their efforts". In its statement, the rights panel further said it has asked officers of the state to "submit action taken reports on various advisories issued by the Commission on issues such as mental health, bonded labour, right to food and safety," among other issues. "They were asked to ensure timely submission of reports to the Commission so that justice is ensured to the victims of human rights violations," it added. Later, the Commission also interacted with the representatives of civil society, NGOs and human rights defenders . A two-minute silence was also observed condoling the demise of Odisha's human rights activist and advocate, Radhakanta Tripathy, besides issuing a condolence message acknowledging his "unwavering commitment" to justice, dignity and equality, uplifting countless lives across the state. The HRDs highlighted various issues like human rights education, police reforms, problems of the transgender community related to access to education and identity document issues. NGOs and HRDs welcomed the initiative of the NHRC to reach out to them and exchange views to further strengthen human rights in the country. Justice Ramasubramanian said the continued partnership of the NGOs and HRDs with the Commission will "go a long way in strengthening human rights in the country". This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
United News of India
4 days ago
- Politics
- United News of India
NHRC camp in Odisha to hear violation cases
New Delhi, July 19 (UNI) The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) will conduct a two-day camp in Bhubaneswar on July 21 and 22 to hear cases of alleged human rights violations in Odisha, according to a statement from the rights body here today. NHRC Chairperson Justice V. Ramasubramanian, along with members Justice Bidyut Ranjan Sarangi, Vijaya Bharathi Sayani, and Priyank Kanoongo, will preside over the proceedings. Senior commission officials including Secretary-General Bharat Lal and Registrar (Law) Joginder Singh will also be present. The Camp Sitting is aimed not only at delivering timely justice but also at sensitising state authorities on the importance of upholding human rights, said the statement. The Commission is expected to hear a range of cases including alleged attacks on journalists and human rights defenders (HRDs), crimes against women and children (including cases under POCSO), deaths due to snake bites and inadequate medical care, and rights violations related to flooding in Bhadrak, Kendrapada, and other coastal districts. Cases concerning witchcraft-related violence and trafficking of minor girls during the COVID-19 pandemic will also come up for hearing. The concerned State officials and complainants have been asked to be present to facilitate direct interaction and on-the-spot decision-making, as per the statement. Following the hearings, the Commission will hold deliberations with the Chief Secretary, Director General of Police, and other senior state officials on broader issues related to the promotion and protection of human rights in Odisha. On July 22, the Commission will meet with representatives from civil society organisations, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), and human rights defenders. A media briefing will follow to share key outcomes and decisions taken during the two-day proceedings. Since 2007, the NHRC has held Camp Sittings in multiple states, including Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Karnataka, Gujarat, Assam, Meghalaya, Chhattisgarh, Manipur, Punjab, Kerala, Puducherry, Andhra Pradesh, Jharkhand, Nagaland, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Arunachal Pradesh, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, and Odisha, as part of its commitment to strengthening human rights mechanisms at the grassroots level, said the statement. UNI AJ RKM
Hans India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
NHRC plans 2-day Camp Sitting in Bhubaneswar starting July 21
New Delhi: Complaints on crimes against women and children and attacks on journalists are expected to top the agenda as the NHRC gears up to hold a two-day Camp Sitting in Bhubaneswar on July 21 and 22, an official said on Saturday National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Chairperson Justice V. Ramasubramanian will lead his team to hear the cases of alleged human rights violations from 10 a.m. at State Guest House Unit 5 in Keshari Nagar. Other rights panel functionaries at the sitting include members Justice (Dr) Bidyut Ranjan Sarangi, Vijaya Bharathi Sayani and Priyank Kanoongo. NHRC Secretary General Bharat Lal, Registrar (Law)Joginder Singh and other senior officers will also be attending the Camp Sitting and open hearing. Besides hearing cases, the Camp Sitting aims to sensitise officers about human rights by delivering speedy justice to victims of rights violations. The Commission will also interact with the representatives of civil society organisations, NGOs and Human Rights Defenders (HRDs). The State authorities and the complainants have been asked to remain present at the hearing of these cases to facilitate on-the-spot deliberations and decisions. The cases to be taken up include attacks on journalists, HRDs and their families; crimes against women; crimes against children including under the POCSO Act; death due to snake bites and lack of medical support; flooding issues faced by over five families in Bhadrak, Kendrapada and other costal districts; human rights violations due to witchcraft and sorcery accusation, and trafficking of girl child during Covid-19 period. After the hearing of the cases, the Commission will meet with the Chief Secretary, Director General of Police and other senior officers of the state to deliberate on issues pertaining to the promotion and protection of human rights, said a statement. On July 22, the Commission will meet representatives of civil society organisations, NGOs and HRDs. 'Thereafter, a media briefing will be held about the outcome of the camp sitting to have a wider dissemination of information on the human rights issues in the State and the actions taken by the NHRC,' said the official statement. Since 2007, the NHRC has been holding camp sittings across the country. The Commission has held camp sittings in various states including Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Karnataka, Odisha, Gujarat, Assam, Meghalaya, Chhattisgarh, Manipur, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Kerala, Puducherry, Andhra Pradesh, Jharkhand, Andaman and Nicobar, Nagaland, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Arunachal Pradesh, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra.
