Strengthening human rights requires strong democratic pillars: CM

Tripura Chief Minister Prof. Dr Manik Saha on Wednesday said that to further strengthen human rights, it is essential that all four pillars of democracy including Legislature, Executive, Judiciary and Media continue to grow stronger and more accountable.

He said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been steadfast in his commitment to protecting the rights of every citizen.

“Our government, too, remains deeply sensitive and dedicated to ensuring justice, dignity and equal opportunities for all,” said Dr Saha.

Dr Saha said this while addressing the observance of International Human Rights Day organized by THRC at Prajna Bhavan, Agartala.

“Today we are celebrating International Human Rights Day. We all know that law is nothing but common sense. Even human rights are also a matter of common sense. The laws that were made are all inherent in human rights, and if we violate them, we violate human rights. There are family disputes and what they do is visit the Human Rights Commission; if child-related issues arise, they go to the Child Rights Commission. From such things we can learn what is right and wrong. In democracy, there are four pillars. If we want to strengthen human rights, then the Legislature, Executive, Judiciary and Media must be strengthened,” said Dr Saha.

He said that PM Modi has good knowledge about everyone’s rights as he came after a long struggle.

“Human rights are essential. Our government is aware and sensitive of every matter. Before doing anything, our government works and tries to solve the matter. Government and THRC have to maintain a coordinated relationship and believe in each other. When any journalist comes under attack, we immediately take steps. This government is a pro-people government,” he said.

Dr Saha said that earlier, the North East was neglected, and now due to PM Modi, the Northeast has witnessed massive development starting from communication, internet and more.

“If we want to maintain human rights, we must maintain law and order,” said Dr Saha.

THRC Chairperson Arindam Lodh, Chairperson Tripura Commission for Women Jharna Debbarma, DGP Anurag Dhankar, Law Secretary Sankari Das, DM (West Tripura) Dr Vishal Kumar, SP (West Tripura) Namit Pathak and others were present.

CCTV footage shows that a woman, identified as Dipali Shil of the Amtali area, had gone to a public toilet after leaving her two sons in the custody of another woman near Shishu Bihar School in Agartala.

However, upon returning from the toilet, Dipali discovered that the woman had fled the spot after allegedly stealing her one-year-old son.