The National Human Rights Commission is investigating a disturbing incident in Madhya Pradesh where a woman was allegedly paraded and humiliated, prompting a call for a detailed report from local authorities.
Key Points
- NHRC takes suo motu cognisance of a media report about a woman being paraded in Madhya Pradesh.
- The woman was allegedly paraded for eloping with her lover in Jhabua district.
- The NHRC has issued notices to the District Magistrate and Superintendent of Police of Jhabua.
- The commission has directed that a detailed report be submitted within two weeks, including investigation status and compensation details.
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) on Friday took suo motu cognisance of a media report about a woman being paraded and humiliated in Madhya Pradesh's Jhabua district, and sought a report from the administration.
Details of the Incident
The married woman, who had allegedly eloped with her lover, was paraded around the village with her husband on her shoulders on April 13. Her head was tonsured, she was beaten up, and videos of her ordeal were shared on social media.
NHRC Intervention
The media report, if true, raises serious human rights violation issues, the NHRC said in a statement published on its website.
Investigation and Report Requested
The commission issued notices to the District Magistrate and Superintendent of Police of Jhabua, which is a tribal-dominated district, and directed that a detailed report be submitted within two weeks.
The report should include the status of the investigation and details of compensation, if any, provided to the victim, the NHRC statement said.
Police Action
Police have registered a case and arrested a few persons in the case.
