Alwar lynching: NHRC sends notice to Centre, Rajasthan

April 07, 2017 18:55

The National Human Rights Commission has issued notices to the Centre and the Rajasthan government over the lynching of a man allegedly by cow vigilantes in Alwar.

The commission termed the incident as 'painful' and 'serious violation' of human rights saying 'self-proclaimed' volunteers are creating an atmosphere of fear in the society.

In the notice issued to the Rajasthan chief secretary, the commission has called for a detailed report in the matter along with action taken against the culprits.

A notice has also been issued to the Union home secretary, calling for a response as to what steps have been taken or proposed to be taken by the Centre to deal with such incidents in the country.

They have been asked to respond within four weeks. -- PTI

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