About NSHRC

Nagaland State Human Rights Commission

About the Organisation

The Nagaland State Human Rights Commission works to protect and promote human rights across Nagaland.

The Nagaland State Human Rights Commission (NSHRC) was formally established on March 11, 2023 under the provisions of the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993. It is a statutory body constituted by the Governor of Nagaland.

The Commission serves as the watchdog of human rights within the State of Nagaland, tasked with safeguarding rights relating to life, liberty, equality, and dignity of individuals.

NSHRC can inquire into complaints of human rights violations under the State List and Concurrent List of the Seventh Schedule of the Indian Constitution.

Nagaland State Human Rights Commission
Office information and official emblem

🎯 Our Vision

A Nagaland where every citizen enjoys their fundamental rights without fear, and where human dignity is respected, protected, and upheld by all arms of the State and society.

🚀 Our Mission

To receive, investigate, and resolve human rights complaints; to promote awareness; to visit places of detention; and to recommend effective measures to protect the human rights of all citizens of Nagaland.

Commission Members

Justice Lanusungkum Jamir

Justice Lanusungkum Jamir

Chairperson

Retired Chief Justice of the Gauhati High Court. Appointed by the Governor of Nagaland.

R. Nzanbemo Lotha

R. Nzanbemo Lotha

Member

Member of the Nagaland State Human Rights Commission.

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[Member Name]

Member

Member with extensive knowledge and practical experience in human rights.

History & Timeline

1993Protection of Human Rights Act enacted by Parliament of India
2023 (MAR 11)Nagaland State Human Rights Commission formally established
2023 (APR)First batch of complaints registered and processed by NSHRC
2024Human Rights Awareness Programmes launched in schools and colleges
2025Online complaint filing portal launched for citizens

Composition of the Commission

  • Chairperson: A retired Chief Justice of the High Court
  • Members: Serving or retired judges / persons with human rights experience
  • Appointed by: Governor of Nagaland
  • Tenure: 3 years or till age of 70
  • Headquarters: Kohima, Nagaland
  • Established: March 11, 2023