NHRC takes suo motu cognizance of quarry rockfall that killed 7 migrant labourers in Bengaluru
The NHRC took suo motu cognizance on 6 July 2026 of the death of at least 7 migrant labourers and injury to 5 when a granite rock fell at a quarry in Bengaluru on 2 July 2026, and sought a report from the Karnataka Chief Secretary within two weeks.
Summary
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) took suo motu cognizance on 6 July 2026 of a media report that at least 7 migrant labourers died and 5 were injured when a massive granite rock fell on them at a quarry in Bengaluru, Karnataka on 2 July 2026. About 16 labourers were at the site, and the report indicated negligence by the quarry owner. The Commission issued notice to the Chief Secretary of Karnataka seeking a detailed report within two weeks. The Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993, under which the NHRC works, is deemed to have come into force on 28 September 1993.
Key facts
- Incident
- 2 July 2026, granite quarry, Bengaluru
- Toll
- At least 7 dead, 5 injured; about 16 on site
- Action
- Notice to Karnataka Chief Secretary; report in two weeks
- PHRA, 1993
- Deemed in force from 28 September 1993
Practice MCQs 1 questions
The Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993 received Presidential assent on 8 January 1994. From which date is it deemed to have come into force?
Show answer
Correct answer: C — 28 September 1993
Section 1(3) of the Act says it shall be deemed to have come into force on 28 September 1993.