Tragedy in Sonipat: NHRC Takes Action Over Septic Tank Deaths

The NHRC has issued notices to the Haryana government and police chief following the death of two brothers due to poisonous gas inhalation while cleaning a septic tank at a Sonipat factory. The factory owner and local authorities are blamed for negligence and lack of safety gear.

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued notices to the Haryana government and the state's police chief in response to reports of two brothers' tragic deaths from inhaling poisonous gas while cleaning a septic tank at a packaging factory in Sonipat district.

The NHRC has emphasized the apparent 'negligence' of the factory owner and local authorities, citing that the workers were 'not provided any safety gear' during the hazardous task. The Commission's statement highlights that it had previously advised the implementation of safety protocols.

According to a media report dated June 13, 2024, the incident occurred near Bazidpur Saboli village. The third member of the group survived. The deceased were sent for a post-mortem, and an FIR has been registered against the factory owner. NHRC asserts that the news report suggests a serious violation of human rights.

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