June 14th 2024.
In Kendrapara, the National Human Rights Commission recently ordered the Puri District Collector and Superintendent of Police to provide an Action Taken Report within four weeks regarding the tragic death of a toddler at the Astaranga police station. This decision was made after reviewing the concerns raised by Radhakanta Tripathy, a human rights activist and lawyer.
According to the petitioner, a two-year-old child lost his life due to a snake bite while at the Astaranga police station on May 27, 2024. The toddler had accompanied his mother, who had gone there to file a complaint. Sadly, due to the lack of a safe and secure environment, this unfortunate incident took place. Tripathy also alleged that the police officials showed negligence and a lackadaisical attitude towards providing immediate medical attention, resulting in the child's death.
The petitioner emphasized that it is the responsibility of government officials, in this case, the police, to ensure the safety and well-being of citizens. In this case, the child was unable to receive proper medical care after being bitten by a viper inside the police station. Furthermore, the petitioner noted that there has been no inquiry or investigation into this tragic incident, and the mother of the victim has not received any compensation. Tripathy urged for an independent and impartial investigation into the matter and called for safety measures and a child-friendly environment in all police stations.
Upon receiving this information, the Commission took immediate action and sent notices to the District Magistrate and the Superintendent of Police in Puri, Odisha. They requested an ATR within four weeks, failing which they would have to take strict action under Section 13 of the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993. This would involve summoning the concerned authority for a personal appearance and submission of the report. The NHRC order further stated that the report must be submitted within the stipulated time to avoid any coercive measures.
In conclusion, the National Human Rights Commission has taken serious note of this unfortunate incident and is determined to ensure that justice is served. They have called for accountability and urged for the implementation of safety measures and a child-friendly environment in all police stations. The authorities have been given four weeks to submit their report, failing which they will face legal action.
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