NHRC Seeks Report From Punjab Govt on Non-Observance of Independence Day in Border Area Schools

NHRC seeks report from Punjab govt on non-observance of Independence Day in border area schools

The National Human Rights Commission has taken cognisance of a complaint regarding Independence Day non-observance. It seeks a detailed report from the Punjab Government on school celebrations. The commission wants to know if children in remote areas were denied equal opportunities. Details on flag hoisting and anthem singing in schools are required. The Chief Secretary must submit a compliance report within four weeks.