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NHRC Elected to Human Rights Council, Promotes Inmate Rights

10/17/2025

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The National Human Rights Commission of India (NHRC) was elected unopposed to the Human Rights Council for a three-year term.
The NHRC conducted 63 inquiries into rights violations and recommended over Rs 9 crore in relief.
Bharat Lal, NHRC Secretary General, emphasized promoting rights awareness and capacity building among officials.
A National Conference on the Human Rights of Prison Inmates was organized to promote humane treatment and rehabilitation.

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The National Human Rights Commission of India (NHRC) was elected unopposed to the Human Rights Council for a three-year term.
The NHRC conducted 63 inquiries into rights violations and recommended over Rs 9 crore in relief.
Bharat Lal, NHRC Secretary General, emphasized promoting rights awareness and capacity building among officials.
A National Conference on the Human Rights of Prison Inmates was organized to promote humane treatment and rehabilitation.