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Chief Justice Inaugurates Patna’s First Victim Rights Centre

By Drooid · Sep 27, 2026, 4:20 AM UTC · How we work

Summary

Story summary

Chief Justice Surya Kant inaugurated the first Victim Rights Centre in Patna on September 26, 2026.
He launched a helpline for transgender persons to obtain identity certificates and access benefits.
He flagged off nine multi-utility vehicles to bring legal aid to remote districts.
He released a BSLSA handbook detailing procedures for operating the Victim Rights Centre.
At an open house at CNLU, he said courts will not ignore violations of protest rights.

History

Historical Context

India’s 2014 Supreme Court NALSA ruling recognized a third gender and directed governments to provide legal recognition and welfare measures. Building on that mandate, Chief Justice Surya Kant opened Bihar’s Victim Rights Centre in 2026, adding dedicated helplines and mobile units for transgender claimants. The centre extends the court-driven push for inclusive justice across the state.

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Story summary

Chief Justice Surya Kant inaugurated the first Victim Rights Centre in Patna on September 26, 2026.
He launched a helpline for transgender persons to obtain identity certificates and access benefits.
He flagged off nine multi-utility vehicles to bring legal aid to remote districts.
He released a BSLSA handbook detailing procedures for operating the Victim Rights Centre.
At an open house at CNLU, he said courts will not ignore violations of protest rights.

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