NHRC Issues Notice to Assam Police Chief Over Alleged Media Assault

Speedy Summary

• The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued a notice too the Assam police chief regarding reports of a media person being allegedly assaulted and grievously injured in Lumding, Assam, on September 7, 2025.
• The attack reportedly occured near Lumding Railway Institute when the journalist was returning home around midnight after work.
• Local organizations such as the Lumding Press Club and citizens condemned the incident and called for strict action against those responsible while seeking improved security for journalists.
• The NHRC stated that police rescued the individual and took him to a hospital for treatment following the attack.
• Concerned about human rights violations, NHRC has requested a detailed report from Assam’s Director General of Police within two weeks.

[Image Caption: National Human Rights Commission office | Photo Credit: V. Sudershan]
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