Legal Light Consulting – Your Trusted Guide for Filing Complaints Before NHRC

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India, established on 12th October 1993 under the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993, is India’s premier institution for protecting and promoting human rights. It acts as an autonomous quasi-judicial body with the mandate to safeguard the constitutional rights of life, liberty, equality, and dignity for all.

For Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) as well as citizens living in India, the NHRC offers a mechanism to hold authorities accountable when rights are denied or violated. At Legal Light Consulting (LLC), we specialize in guiding individuals—particularly NRIs—through the process of filing, monitoring, and pursuing complaints before the NHRC.

What Issues Can Be Taken to NHRC?

Complaints may be filed against the inaction, omission, or negligence of public authorities in cases such as:

1. Police & Custodial Violations

   • Unlawful detention, illegal arrest, false implication

   • Custodial violence and harassment of prisoners

   • Custodial or encounter deaths

2. Social Justice & Vulnerable Groups

   • Atrocities on SCs and STs

   • Denial of rightful benefits under welfare schemes

   • Bonded labour, child labour, child marriage

3. Women’s Rights Violations

   • Dowry deaths and dowry demands

   • Sexual harassment, indignity, and exploitation of women

4. Basic Civic Rights & Welfare Issues

   • Lack of clean water, healthcare, housing, and education

   • Starvation deaths, malnutrition, denial of ration

   • Corruption in welfare schemes like MGNREGA, ICDS, pensions

   • Issues concerning LGBTI rights

5. Other Human Rights Concerns

   • Human trafficking, abduction, sexual assault, murder attempts

   • Rights of persons with disabilities

   • Displacement due to mega projects or environmental pollution

   • Failure to prevent communal violence or public unrest

Who Can File a Complaint?

The NHRC has made filing complaints accessible and flexible:

• The Victim: Any person whose human rights are violated.

• Any Other Person: Relatives, friends, lawyers, or activists can file on behalf of the victim.

• Public Interest: Anyone can bring an incident to NHRC’s attention even if not personally affected.

• Suo Motu Action: NHRC can take action on its own based on media reports or credible information.

This framework ensures that even the most vulnerable individuals, who may not be able to approach the Commission themselves, are still protected.

Complaints Not Ordinarily Entertained

While the NHRC has wide powers, certain complaints are not usually entertained, including:

• Incidents more than one year old

• Cases already before a court or another human rights commission

• Vague, anonymous, pseudonymous, or frivolous complaints

• Service-related matters (except pensions, retirement benefits, or denial of wages)

• Civil disputes like property, matrimonial, or family issues

How to File a Complaint with NHRC

The process is simple and free:

• No Fee Charged – Complaints can be filed without any cost.

• Format – A plain paper complaint with:

  • Date and place of incident

  • Nature of violation

  • Name of public authority (if any) involved

  • Contact details with name and signature

• Submission Options:

  • By Post:
    National Human Rights Commission,
    Manav Adhikar Bhawan, Block-C,
    GPO Complex, INA, New Delhi – 110023

  • By Fax: 011-24651334

  • Online: www.nhrc.nic.in

How Legal Light Consulting Helps NRIs

For NRIs, distance often makes it difficult to file and follow up on complaints in India. That’s where LLC’s expert legal team steps in:

✅ Assessing whether a case falls under NHRC’s jurisdiction
✅ Drafting clear, legally sound complaints with supporting documents
✅ Filing complaints on behalf of NRIs from abroad
✅ Following up with NHRC for updates and ensuring progress
✅ Advising on alternative legal remedies when NHRC is not the right forum

Conclusion

The National Human Rights Commission is a powerful institution to protect the dignity and rights of individuals in India. Whether you are a victim of abuse, a concerned family member, or an NRI seeking justice from afar, the NHRC provides an avenue to seek accountability.

At Legal Light Consulting (LLC), we ensure your complaint is filed effectively and your rights are safeguarded. With professional guidance and representation, we help you navigate the process seamlessly.

📌 Connect with Legal Light Consulting today for expert assistance in filing and pursuing human rights complaints with NHRC.