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 The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken a serious step in the case concerning the deaths of four newborn babies at the Women’s Hospital in Budaun on 8 June 2025, directing the Secretary, Health & Family Welfare, Government of Uttar Pradesh, to appear before the Commission unless the required Action Taken Report (ATR) is submitted within the prescribed period. The matter

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Link:  https://www.scribd.com/document/1073770247/NHRC-Concludes-Case-on-Death-of-Tara-Devi-Due-to-Lightning-in-Chandauli-Family-Received-4-Lakh-Ex-Gratia-ReliefNational Human Rights Commission finds no further intervention necessary after confirming disaster relief to deceased woman's family Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has concluded a case

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A school uniform may appear to be a simple piece of clothing. But for a child growing up in a marginalised community, receiving a uniform can represent something much larger: belonging, confidence, recognition and the possibility of a different future. On 7 August 2026, Jan Mitra Nyas (JMN) organised an education-support activity for young children and their families in a community in Varanasi.

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 The People's Vigilance Committee on Human Rights (PVCHR) acknowledges the conclusion of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) proceedings in Case No. 3231/4/28/2024, concerning the tragic electrocution incident that occurred in Dhankhada village, Sasaram (Rohtas), Bihar on 5 August 2024.The complaint was filed by Lenin Raghuvanshi, Founder-Convener of PVCHR, on 6 August 2024, seeking

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 A Humanitarian Appeal for Justice: Standing with Palestinian Child Mohammed HumaidBy People's Vigilance Committee on Human Rights (PVCHR)The People's Vigilance Committee on Human Rights (PVCHR) has always believed that the dignity and rights of every child must be protected, irrespective of nationality, religion, ethnicity, or political circumstances. Every child deserves safety, healthcare

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From Assessment to Action: Transforming the Lives of 110 Musahar Children through Nutrition and Education Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh | May–July 2026 On 28 May 2026, Ms. Aparna Singh conducted an extensive field visit to the villages of Anei, Dallipur, Barhikala, and Hamirapur in Varanasi district to assess the nutritional and educational needs of children from the Musahar community, one of India's

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 PVCHR's intervention highlights the urgent need to safeguard every child's right to safety, education, and justiceAugust 2, 2026 The disappearance of a child is not merely a missing person case—it is a human rights emergency. Every passing day increases the vulnerability of the child to trafficking, exploitation, and abuse. When timely police action is delayed, the risk becomes even greater

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 National Human Rights Commission seeks Action Taken Report from key authorities following my complaint on the Billi Markundi mine collapse August 2, 2026 Every industrial disaster is more than an accident—it is a test of our commitment to human dignity, workplace safety, and justice. When workers leave home to earn a livelihood, they have the fundamental right to return safely. When that

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https://epaper.prabhatkhabar.com/crop/6a682e04674536250eb76c28 NHRC Orders ₹7.5 Lakh Compensation for Family of Custodial Death Victim Ashok Majhi: A Step Toward Accountability Justice may be delayed, but every step toward accountability matters. After more than three years of sustained advocacy, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has reaffirmed its recommendation that the

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 Some moments remind us that writing can do more than tell stories—it can open conversations, build bridges, and reaffirm our shared commitment to justice. I am deeply grateful to Soha Moitra, Regional Director – North, Child Rights and You (CRY), for her thoughtful letter appreciating our book, Kashi, co-authored with Chandra Mishra and Shruti Nagvanshi. Her reflections are not merely an

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 In a democratic society, the protection of human rights depends not only on laws but also on the active functioning of independent institutions that ensure accountability. The recent decision of India's National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) to seek an Action Taken Report (ATR) from the Superintendent of Police, Koderma, in a complaint concerning the alleged mistreatment of advocate Raunak

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 From Pain to Partial Justice: How People's Testimonies and Human Rights Advocacy Forced Recognition of the Bairvan Struggle By People's Vigilance Committee on Human Rights (PVCHR) "Human rights work is not merely about filing complaints. It is about transforming silent suffering into public truth, and public truth into accountability." A Village That Refused to be Silent For years, the

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 Empowering Young Minds Through Digital Education at the Ghalib Global Center for Diversity and Pluralism By Jan Mitra Nyas (JMN), an initiative of PVCHR Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh | July 2026 Education is one of the most powerful tools for promoting equality, dignity, and social justice. At the Ghalib Global Center for Diversity and Pluralism (GGCDP) of the People's Vigilance Committee on

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Reflections on the BMZ Recommendation Paper and Lessons for Community-Based Mental Health The recently published Recommendation Paper on Training and Capacity Development in Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) in Development Cooperation, commissioned by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and developed by GIZ together with leading international

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 The rehabilitation of survivors of torture requires more than psychological treatment; it demands the restoration of dignity, social recognition, and justice. This principle underpins the work of the People's Vigilance Committee on Human Rights (PVCHR) in adapting Testimonial Therapy for the Indian context through collaboration with the Rehabilitation and Research Centre for Torture Victims

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Education as the Foundation of Democratic Development Education is widely recognized as one of the most transformative investments for sustainable development. It is not merely a means of acquiring knowledge but a fundamental human right that expands freedoms, enhances capabilities, and strengthens democratic societies. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (Article 26) and the United Nations

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 On the occasion of the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture (26 June), Human Rights Jan Nigrani Samiti (People's Vigilance Committee on Human Rights – PVCHR), with the support of the International Rehabilitation Council for Torture Victims (IRCT), organized programmes in Koderma, Jharkhand, and Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, reaffirming that rehabilitation is a legal and human right

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 Empowering Young Minds Through Free Online Learning: A Growing Partnership Between Jan Mitra Nyas and ADOREDate: 24 June 2026Jan Mitra Nyas is delighted to share the successful progress of our collaboration with ADORE, an organization committed to providing quality online education through dedicated volunteers.Following the signing of our Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), we completed the

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Lenin Raghuvanshi Joins Advisory Board of Morocco-Based International Peace Organizationhttps://youthforpeaceint.org/advisory-board/Varanasi, India – The People's Vigilance Committee on Human Rights (PVCHR) is pleased to announce that its co-founder, Lenin Raghuvanshi, has been appointed to the Advisory Board of Youth for Peace and Dialogue Between Cultures (YPDC), a Morocco-based international

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 Voices of the Voiceless: How Lenin Raghuvanshi is Fighting for Human Rights and Social Change in IndiaHuman Rights Beyond Laws: A Journey of Dignity, Justice, and HopeHuman rights are often discussed in the context of laws, policies, and constitutional guarantees. But at their core, human rights are about something much deeper—human dignity, equality, and the belief that every person

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The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken an important step toward accountability and justice in the case of Rajesh Vegad, a sanitation worker from Gujarat who lost his life while cleaning a septic tank in November 2023.The case originated from a complaint submitted by human rights defender Dr. Lenin Raghuvanshi based on a media report published in Navbharat Times on 12 November 2023.

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NHRC Takes Cognizance of Illegal Mining Death in Dhanbad: A Step Towards AccountabilityThe National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken cognizance of a complaint filed by human rights defender Dr. Lenin Raghuvanshi concerning the death of a 55-year-old man, Bagha, and the serious injury of a woman during alleged illegal coal mining activities near Tetulmari Mansa Mandir in Dhanbad,

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https://www.strandbooks.com/kashi-9789381043707.htmlThere are moments in the life of a book that transcend publication, sales, or literary recognition. They become symbolic milestones in a larger conversation about society, memory, and humanity. The arrival of Kashi: A People's Account of India's Living Civilisation at New York's historic Strand Bookstore is one such moment. For nearly a century,

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