New Delhi.19.02.2026: The NHRC action against fake human rights organizations has sent a strong warning across the country. The National Human Rights Commission has directed all states and Union Territories to take strict action against fake bodies misusing its name and misleading the public.
The Commission has also made it clear that a detailed action-taken report must be submitted within two weeks, failing which further steps may be initiated.
Highlights
- NHRC action against fake human rights organizations misusing its name
- Strict directions issued to all states and Union Territories
- Special focus on a fake organization registered in Delhi
- Reports on action taken must be submitted within two weeks
NHRC Expresses Serious Concern
The has expressed strong displeasure over the growing number of fake organizations operating with names similar to the Commission.
According to NHRC officials, such entities are misleading citizens by creating confusion and falsely projecting themselves as official or government-recognized human rights bodies.
Fake Organization Registered in Delhi
As part of the NHRC action against fake human rights organizations, the Commission cited a recent case that came to its notice. An NGO was registered in 2022 with the Delhi government under the name “National Human Rights Council (NHRC).”
The Commission observed that the name closely resembles the official title of NHRC, creating a false impression among the public.
False Claims of Government Recognition
The fake organization allegedly claimed recognition from multiple central institutions, including, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, and the Ministry of Social Justice.
NHRC clarified that these claims were misleading and had no official backing from the Commission.
Individual Acting as State Chairman Identified
During the inquiry, the Commission found that a person named Venkatesh from was functioning as the “State Chairman” of the fake organization.
This further raised concerns about the spread and operations of such misleading bodies across state borders.
Suo Motu Inquiry by NHRC
Considering the seriousness of the issue, the Commission initiated a suo motu inquiry. It noted that the continued misuse of the NHRC name damages public trust and undermines the credibility of genuine human rights institutions.
The Commission also warned that such practices could lead to the misuse of public funds and exploitation of vulnerable citizens.
Strict Directions to States and Police
As part of the NHRC action against fake human rights organizations, notices were issued to Chief Secretaries and Directors General of Police of all states and Union Territories.
The Commission ordered:
- Identification of organizations misusing the NHRC name
- Immediate cancellation of their registrations
- Initiation of legal action against those involved
Special Report Sought from Delhi and Karnataka
NHRC has specifically directed senior officials in and Karnataka to submit a detailed report within two weeks.
The report must clearly mention the action taken against the fake organization registered in Delhi and operating in Karnataka.
Public Awareness and Transparency
The Commission stated that the NHRC action against fake human rights organizations is aimed at preventing public confusion and protecting citizens from fraud.
It reiterated that only the National Human Rights Commission established under law is authorized to function in its official capacity.
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