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 six students, including the three who died, were bitten by a snake while sleeping on the floor due to a shortage of cots.
The surviving three are currently receiving hospital treatment. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis subsequently ordered the cancellation of the school's license, which has been operating for approximately 25 years. The NHRC, referencing a media report, highlighted that Gadchiroli experiences a significant number of snakebite cases annually, and the incident raises serious concerns over potential violations of students' human rights and inadequate basic facilities at the hostel.
The NHRC directed the State government to submit a comprehensive report within two weeks, which will also outline the current health status of the three hospitalized students.
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