The (NHRC) taken Suo Moto Cognizance on the death of 17 workers at an Atchuta Puram pharma unit blast
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India took Suo motu cognizance of the tragic deaths of 17 workers in a blast at a pharma unit in Atchuta Puram, Andhra Pradesh. The NHRC’s intervention typically involves investigating the circumstances surrounding such incidents, ensuring accountability, and recommending measures to prevent similar occurrences in the future. In this case, the NHRC would likely focus on assessing compliance with safety regulations and the responsibilities of the company involved. on Friday, August 23, observed that the contents of the media reports indicated violations of the victims’ right to life due to the negligence of the authorities concerned. It issued notices to the Chief Secretary and the Director General of Police, Andhra Pradesh, It wanted the report to include the status of the FIR, updated information on the health and medical treatment of the injured, disbursement of compensation, and any other relief or rehabilitation provided to the injured as well as the families of the deceased workers.
