NHRC, India takes <i>suo motu</i> cognizance of the reported death of a four-year-old girl after falling into an uncovered manhole near her house in Palwal, Haryana

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken suo motu cognizance of a media report concerning the death of a four-year-old girl who fell into an uncovered manhole near her home in Palwal, Haryana on September 14, 2026. According to reports, the manhole remained uncovered despite complaints from local residents. The NHRC issued notices to the Deputy Commissioner and the Superintendent of Police of Palwal, requesting a detailed report within two weeks, which is to include the status of the investigation and details regarding any compensation paid to the victim's family.