Last Updated on November 8, 2026 1:53 pm by INDIAN AWAAZ
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The National Commission for Women (NCW) has taken suo motu cognisance of media reports regarding the death of tribal social activist Nisha Bhagat in Ranchi, Jharkhand, on November 6.
According to reports, during a Facebook Live session, she expressed distress over online harassment and complaints concerning the local administration and police, and spoke about thoughts of ending her life.
NCW Chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar has directed a fair and time-bound investigation, a review of the police response and action, and preservation of digital evidence. The Commission has also sought accountability in case of any police negligence, assistance to the bereaved family, and a detailed Action Taken Report (ATR) within seven days.