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July 26, 2025 3:58 PM

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NHRC takes Suo motu cognizance of labourer’s death in Rajasthan

 

        National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued notice to the Rajasthan Chief Secretary and Ajmer Police Commissioner over the reported death of a labourer after being buried in soil while digging a sewer pit in a power house campus in Rajasthan. Taking Suo moto cognizance of media reports, the commission has sought a detailed report on the matter within two weeks. The report is expected to include compensation, if any, provided to the next of kin of the deceased. The commission has observed that the contents of the news report is true, it raises a serious violation of human rights of the victim.