TGRHC Issues Recommendations on Bhu Bharati Operators, Police Misconduct
Both recommendations were made under Section 18 of the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993: TGHRC
Hyderabad: The Telangana Human Rights Commission (TGRHC) headed by its chairperson, Dr. Justice Shameem Akther has made recommendations in two separate cases concerning the rights of Bhubharati operators and alleged police excesses.
On a complaint filed by P. Lingam of Kondapur in Kamareddy district, regarding non-payment of salaries to Bhubharati operators working under the Telangana Revenue department for the past seven months, the Commission observed that prolonged non-payment of remuneration adversely affects their livelihood and infringes upon their right to life with dignity under Article 21 of the Constitution of India.
Accordingly, the Commission, through its order, recommended that the Secretary to Government, Revenue Department, Telangana, take necessary measures to ensure that no salary remains due to the operators working in various Mandals across the State.
Alleged Illegal Detention and Police Assault
In case filed by Sri Shaik Sajid Ahmed of Golconda alleging illegal detention and physical assault by the Sub-Inspector of Golconda police station, on October 31, 2025, the Commission expressed serious concern over the alleged police misconduct.
Taking note of the medical record confirming injuries and observing that the police officials' explanations did not satisfactorily address the allegations, the Commission further observed that the criminal case registered against the complainant appeared to be a counterblast to his allegations.
Accordingly, the Commission recommended that the Hyderabad Commissioner of Police order an enquiry in accordance with law and submit an action-taken report within six months.
Both recommendations were made under Section 18 of the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993. The respective proceedings were closed with the above recommendations.