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Mizoram CM Lalduhoma pledges support to newly constituted Human Rights Commission
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 24 Sep 2026, 08:32 PM
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Chief Minister Lalduhoma said the state government will fully cooperate with the newly formed Human Rights Commission to protect citizens' rights.
Mizoram's Chief Minister Lalduhoma publicly affirmed the state government's commitment to assist the newly constituted Human Rights Commission. In a statement released today, he emphasized that the commission will receive all necessary administrative and logistical support to carry out its mandate effectively.
The CM highlighted the importance of safeguarding fundamental rights in the state, noting that a robust human rights framework is essential for democratic governance. He urged relevant departments to cooperate fully with the commission's investigations and recommendations.
Stakeholders, including civil society groups, welcomed the assurance, viewing it as a positive step toward greater accountability and protection of vulnerable communities in Mizoram.
The Human Rights Commission, constituted earlier this month, is tasked with monitoring violations, conducting inquiries, and advising the government on policy measures. Its first chairperson and members are expected to assume office within the next few weeks.
Lalduhoma's pledge comes amid growing calls across India for stronger institutional mechanisms to address human rights concerns, reinforcing the state's alignment with national objectives.
The CM highlighted the importance of safeguarding fundamental rights in the state, noting that a robust human rights framework is essential for democratic governance. He urged relevant departments to cooperate fully with the commission's investigations and recommendations.
Stakeholders, including civil society groups, welcomed the assurance, viewing it as a positive step toward greater accountability and protection of vulnerable communities in Mizoram.
The Human Rights Commission, constituted earlier this month, is tasked with monitoring violations, conducting inquiries, and advising the government on policy measures. Its first chairperson and members are expected to assume office within the next few weeks.
Lalduhoma's pledge comes amid growing calls across India for stronger institutional mechanisms to address human rights concerns, reinforcing the state's alignment with national objectives.