NHRC issues notice after three girls die of snakebite at Gadchiroli residential school
The human rights commission observed that the incident raises serious concerns regarding the alleged violation of students’ human rights and a lack of basic facilities at the hostel
On August 14, 2026, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) issued a notice to the Maharashtra government following the deaths of three tribal girls from snakebite at a residential school in Gadchiroli district. The incident occurred on August 10, 2026, when a snake bit six students who were sleeping on the floor due to a lack of cots.
The three surviving students are currently receiving treatment at a hospital. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, one day after the incident, ordered the cancellation of the school's license, which has been operating for approximately 25 years. The NHRC, citing a media report, stated that Gadchiroli experiences a significant number of snakebite cases annually, and the incident raises concerns about potential violations of students' human rights due to the lack of basic facilities at the hostel.
The NHRC has directed the Maharashtra Chief Secretary to submit a detailed report within two weeks, which is expected to provide the current health status of the three students being treated in the hospital.
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