ITANAGAR, 9 Dec: On the occasion of the adoption of the Declaration on Human Rights Defenders (HRDs) by the United Nations General Assembly, the Arunachal Pradesh State Human Rights Commission (APSHRC) on 9 December reiterated that it would strengthen HRDs in the state.

“While defending rights, it is equally important that HRDs engage constructively with state institutions. Human rights work is not in opposition to the state; it is meant to strengthen governance by ensuring accountability, transparency, and fairness,” the APSHRC stated in a release.

It said that the HRDs have the responsibility to work within the ambit of law, respecting the rules, procedures, and democratic institutions.

The police and administration, on their part, must view HRDs as partners, rather than adversaries,

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