Nikhil Padha, Advocate and Founder of the Organization for Human Rights & Harmony (OHRH), has formally lodged a complaint with the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) regarding two recent incidents in Jammu & Kashmir, alleging grave violations of human rights by security forces.
The complaint highlights the deaths of two civilians—25-year-old Makhan Din from Kathua and 32-year-old Waseem Ahmad Mir from Sopore—allegedly due to police and military actions. These incidents have sparked outrage and raised concerns about the treatment of civilians by security forces in the region.
“These incidents are a blatant violation of human rights and fundamental freedoms,” said Nikhil Padha. “We demand a transparent and independent investigation into both cases to ensure justice is served and accountability is upheld.”
The complaint calls upon the NHRC to take immediate cognizance of the matter and issue directives, including:
• A judicial probe by a sitting or retired High Court judge.
• Suspension of accused personnel during the investigation to prevent evidence tampering.
• Establishment of an independent oversight committee to monitor security forces’ conduct in Jammu & Kashmir.
The Organization for Human Rights & Harmony (OHRH) urges authorities to act swiftly in addressing these grave allegations and ensure justice for the victims and their families.
