1. Meghalaya HR Commission orders DGP for a report on laborers’ killings during the CAA protest.
2. Shreshta from Madurai files an online complaint, alleging non-indigenous laborers were killed during the protest.
3. Victims identified as Insan Sing and Sujit Dutta, allegedly assaulted during anti-CAA demonstration.
Shillong, May 06: The Meghalaya Human Rights Commission has issued a directive to the Director General of Police (DGP) to furnish a comprehensive report within 15 days regarding the purported killing of two laborers during a protest against the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) in Ichamati on March 27.
This directive was prompted by an online complaint lodged by Shreshta, a resident of Madurai, alleging that the two deceased individuals, identified as Insan Sing and Sujit Dutta, hailed from non-indigenous communities and were fatally assaulted by unidentified assailants amidst the backdrop of a peaceful anti-CAA demonstration.
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As per the complainant’s account, the protest escalated into violence, culminating in the tragic demise of the aforementioned laborers.
Acknowledging the gravity of these allegations, the Human Rights Commission has intervened, soliciting a detailed and meticulous report from the state’s top law enforcement official elucidating the circumstances that led to the deaths of Sing and Dutta.
In light of the sensitivity and significance of the matter, authorities are under pressure to conduct a thorough investigation, leaving no stone unturned in uncovering the truth behind the unfortunate incident.
The mandated report is expected to offer clarity and insight into the sequence of events surrounding the untimely demise of the two laborers, shedding light on any potential lapses or malpractices that may have occurred.
The Human Rights Commission’s decision underscores its commitment to upholding justice and accountability, particularly in cases where allegations of rights violations and extrajudicial killings are brought to its attention.
By demanding transparency and accountability from law enforcement agencies, the commission seeks to ensure that the principles of fairness and equity are upheld in all circumstances.
As the deadline for submission looms, all eyes are on the Director General of Police and his team, who are tasked with unraveling the complexities of this case and furnishing a comprehensive report that will facilitate a thorough examination of the events leading up to the tragic deaths of Sing and Dutta.
It is hoped that the ensuing investigation will provide solace to the families of the deceased and pave the way for justice to be served.
