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Justice V Ramasubramanian Assumes  Charge as Chairperson of  National Human Rights Commission The esteemed former Judge of the Supreme Court of India, Justice V Ramasubramanian , assumed charge as the new Chairperson of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) on December 25, 2024. Alongside him, Justice (Dr.) Vidyut Ranjan Sarangi joined as a Member of the NHRC. Their appointments were confirmed by the President of India, Droupadi Murmu , on December 21, 2024. Inaugural Address: Upholding India’s Human Rights Legacy In his first address as Chairperson, Justice Ramasubramanian highlighted India’s ancient tradition of human rights , citing the Tamil poet Thiruvalluvar , who espoused the principles of justice, equality, and human dignity long before these concepts gained global recognition. He emphasized the need for collaborative efforts among stakeholders to promote and protect human rights effectively. A Distinguished Legal Career: Justice V Ramasubramanian Early L...