New Delhi, Nov 01 – The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken suo motu cognizance of the tragic incident where a five-year-old boy lost his life after an iron gate fell on him at a Delhi Development Authority (DDA) colony in Siraspur. The NHRC issued notices to the Delhi Chief Secretary, Vice Chairman of Delhi Development Authority, and the Delhi Police Commissioner, seeking detailed reports within four weeks.
The incident, which occurred on October 28, was reported by the media on October 31. The NHRC noted that the family and residents had reportedly complained multiple times to the Resident Welfare Association and DDA about the damaged gate, but no action was taken.
The Commission has directed the authorities to provide information on any relief granted to the aggrieved family and the actions taken against officials or officers responsible for not addressing the complaints about the damaged gate. Additionally, the Delhi Police Commissioner is expected to inform the NHRC about the status of the FIR registered in the matter.
