The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has initiated a comprehensive investigation into the tragic deaths of three civil service aspirants who drowned in the flooded basement of a coaching institute in Delhi last week. The incident has sparked widespread outrage and demands for stringent action against those responsible.
The NHRC has issued notices to the Delhi government, police, and municipal corporation, seeking detailed reports on the circumstances leading to the deaths within a fortnight. The commission is particularly interested in understanding the reasons behind the delay in responding to waterlogging complaints, which allegedly contributed to the tragedy.
In a related development, the NHRC is also probing the death of another civil service aspirant who was electrocuted while crossing a waterlogged street in the city. The commission has emphasized the need for a thorough investigation to ascertain the circumstances surrounding both incidents.
To get a complete picture of the safety standards in coaching centres across the capital, the NHRC has directed the Delhi chief secretary to conduct a comprehensive survey. The report should include details of the number of coaching institutes operating without necessary permissions, the compliance status of fire safety and emergency evacuation norms, and the measures taken to prevent such incidents in the future.
The commission has expressed deep concern over the loss of young lives and has stressed the importance of ensuring the safety of students in educational institutions. The NHRC has called for strict implementation of safety regulations and effective disaster management plans to prevent similar tragedies.
As the investigation unfolds, the nation awaits the findings of the NHRC, hoping for justice for the victims and measures to prevent such heart-wrenching incidents in the future.