National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Notice To CS For Details Report

GUWAHATI: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) on Monday took cognizance of media reports and said: “Reportedly, there are more than 300 people admitted for treatment in the hospitals. As per news reports, police authorities have expressed apprehension that the methanol used in the hooch is the reason behind the deaths”. The Commission has issued notices to the state Chief Secretary calling for a detailed report in the matter within four weeks, including action taken against officers, relief, and rehabilitation provided to the victims and their dependents along with status of the medical treatment being provided to those who are still fighting for their lives in the hospitals.

The Commission also expects from the Union Home Secretary to issue necessary directions to the Directors General of Police of all States and UTs calling upon them to issue guidelines to enhance police vigil in the affected areas of their States and take strict legal action against the culprits.

The Commission has observed that a few days back, it had expressed concern over the death of people in hooch tragedy in Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand as, apparently, the State authorities had failed to take effective measures against violators of law. (IANS)

”It appears that this issue of spurious and illicit liquor is not restricted to one or two states; it has become a serious issue at the national level. The law is very much in existence to deal with this menace, but in view of present scenario, it seems that there is a need to sensitize the police and the excise authorities in the states to be more active and vigilant,” the statement said.

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