Healing Wounds, Empowering Voices

  NHRC of India – A Pillar of Justice and Dignity, Safeguarding Human Rights Against All Odds. The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India has once again exemplified its commitment to protecting the fundamental rights of citizens, especially the marginalized and voiceless. In a recent heart-wrenching case involving the custodial death of Kedar Singh , a 55-year-old resident of Agra, Uttar Pradesh, the NHRC took prompt and decisive action by issuing a directive for an Action Taken Report (ATR) from concerned authorities. Swift Intervention for Justice Following a detailed complaint submitted by Dr. Lenin Raghuvanshi , a human rights defender based in Varanasi, highlighting alleged third-degree torture by police officials of Kabees Police Station, Agra, NHRC acted with urgency. The complaint reported that the victim succumbed to police brutality, with horrifying details such as the forcible stuffing of cloth in his mouth to silence his cries, ultimately leading to his...

  PME Meeting for United Against Torture Project (29–30 October 2024) JanMitra Nyas and PVCHR successfully conducted a Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation (PME) meeting on 29th and 30th October 2024 under the United Against Torture project, supported by the International Rehabilitation Council for Torture Victims (IRCT) . The meeting was attended by 14 staff members and management board representatives , focusing on strategic planning amid financial constraints due to the denial of FCRA renewal . Key Discussions and Outcomes: Activity Planning Until January 2025: Prioritization of legal and meta-legal interventions for torture victims. Expansion of psychosocial support using community resources and local fundraising efforts . Integration of literature and sports as therapeutic tools for rehabilitation. Addressing Gaps and Challenges: Financial Constraints: The FCRA renewal delay has impacted funding but has strengthened staff commitment and local support. A...

  Linked with SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-being | SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh –  In a compassionate effort to restore dignity and health to those who have endured severe human rights violations, Janmitra Nyas, in collaboration with People’s Vigilance Committee on Human Rights (PVCHR), organized a free eye camp specifically benefiting struggling torture survivors . With support from RJ Shankara Eye Hospital and the United Nations Voluntary Fund for Victims of Torture, the initiative provided critical eye care services, including free cataract surgeries , to survivors who often face both physical and psychological trauma. By addressing preventable blindness among torture-affected individuals, this initiative not only supports their physical rehabilitation but also empowers them to reclaim their place in society with renewed confidence and dignity . In a remarkable step towards eliminating preventable blindness and promoting health equity, Janmitra Ny...