Gasht (गश्त): Campaign of Torture Survivors Against Torture
The People’s Vigilance Committee on Human Rights (PVCHR), along with Jan Mitra Nyas, has initiated “Gasht (गश्त)” — a survivor-led campaign against torture, custodial violence, and human rights abuses. For more than 30 years, PVCHR has worked with torture survivors and marginalized communities by providing: Psychosocial counseling and rehabilitation Legal aid and medical support Community reintegration and livelihood assistance Leadership development among survivors “Gasht” seeks to empower survivors to become voices of justice, dignity, and democratic values while building awareness against custodial torture and unlawful detention. Know Your Rights During Arrest, Custody & Interrogation Brief Overview Inspired by the landmark D.K. Basu Guidelines and incorporated into the BNSS 2023 , this awareness campaign highlights the legal and human rights protections available during arrest and police custody. Key Rights Include: Right to inform family or relatives Right to le...