NHRC takes suo motu cognizance of teacher abuse in Aligarh

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken suo motu cognizance of media reports alleging sexual abuse of two teachers by the brother of a private school owner in Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh, and has directed local authorities to investigate the matter.

Who it concerns: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), the Aligarh District Magistrate, the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), the two teachers (victims), and the brother of the school owner (alleged perpetrator).

What the Commission said or ordered

• NHRC took suo motu cognizance of the reported sexual abuse.
• NHRC issued notices to the Aligarh District Magistrate and Senior Superintendent of Police.
• NHRC called for a detailed report on the matter within two weeks.
• NHRC observed that the reported contents raise serious issues of human rights violations if true.

Also in the document

• According to the media report, one teacher alleged long-term sexual harassment and threats of removal from service when she objected.
• According to the media report, the other teacher faced similar harassment and was removed from service when she objected.
• The media report states that the school management did not take action on the complaints, leading the victims to approach the SSP for legal action.
• The media report was carried on 3rd November 2026.