The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken cognizance of a complaint filed by human rights defender Dr. Lenin Raghuvanshi concerning the death of a 55-year-old man, Bagha, and the serious injury of a woman during alleged illegal coal mining activities near Tetulmari Mansa Mandir in Dhanbad, Jharkhand.
The complaint highlighted a tragic incident that occurred on 25 February 2025 when debris from illegal excavation reportedly collapsed on workers, leading to the death of Bagha and causing severe injuries to another victim. According to reports, local authorities initially denied knowledge of the incident, raising concerns about accountability, victim protection, and access to justice.
Recognizing the seriousness of the allegations, the NHRC observed that the complaint raises important issues relating to the protection of the Right to Life guaranteed under Article 21 of the Constitution of India. The Commission has directed the District Magistrate, Dhanbad, to conduct an inquiry and submit an Action Taken Report within fifteen days.
This intervention is important not only for the affected family but also for the larger issue of unsafe and illegal mining practices that continue to endanger vulnerable communities. The case highlights the urgent need for stronger enforcement of safety standards, accountability of responsible authorities, and effective rehabilitation measures for victims and their families.
Human rights are not limited to freedom from abuse; they also include the right to safe working conditions, dignity, and protection from preventable harm. The NHRC's action sends a message that the lives of marginalized workers cannot be ignored and that every death resulting from negligence or illegal activities deserves independent scrutiny.
PVCHR welcomes the Commission's intervention and hopes that the inquiry will ensure justice, compensation, and rehabilitation for the affected family while contributing to stronger safeguards against similar tragedies in the future.
Date: Mon, Jun 22, 2026 at 4:31 PM
Subject: Action Taken Report Called for(ATR) -343/34/4/2025
To: <dc-dha@nic.in>, <pvchr.adv@gmail.com>
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| NATIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION |
| MANAV ADHIKAR BHAWAN BLOCK-C, GPO COMPLEX, INA, NEW DELHI- 110023 |
| Fax No.: 011-24651332 Website: www.nhrc.nic.in |
| (Law Division) |
| Case No.- 343/34/4/2025 |
| Date : 22/06/2026 |
| To, |
| THE DISTRICT MAGISTRATE DC office Station Road, Pandey Muhalla, DHANBAD JHARKHAND 826001 Email- dc-dha@nic.in |
| Sub : Complaint/ Intimation from |
DR LENIN RAGHUVANSHI |
| Subject: Action Taken Report Called for(ATR) -343/34/4/2025. |
| Sir/ Madam, |
| The complaint/ intimation dated 03/03/2025, was placed before the Commission on 22/06/2026. Upon perusing the same, the Commission directed as follows: |
| A complaint dated 03.03.2025 has been received from Lenin Raghuvanshi R/o Varanasi online (email id: pvchr.adv@gmail.com) in the Commission containing that: |
| 2. Accordingly, I am forwarding herewith a copy of the complaint/ intimation as an attachment for taking appropriate action in the matter as per the directions of the Commission. It is requested that an Action Taken Report be sent to the Commission within 2 weeks from the date of receipt of this letter. |
| 3. Any communication by public authorities in this matter may please be sent to the Commission through the HRCNet Portal (https://hrcnet.nic.in) by using id and password already provided to the public authorities (click Authority Login). Any Audio/ Video CDs/ pen drives etc. may be sent through Speed Post/ per bearer. The reports/ responses sent through email may not be entertained. |
Your’s faithfully |
| CC to |
Complainant Details Sparsh Agarwal |
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