The present political violence and confrontation over the decision to hold one-sided and non-participatory elections have already caused serious human rights violations. As a human rights organisation and election monitoring body, Odhikar believes that public opinion is vital for participatory, inclusive and credible elections. This is not the case under the present circumstances. Odhikar urges […]
Police allegedly tortured Jonayed Hossain Leon, General Secretary of Chhatra Dal of Kapasia upazila unit in Gazipur district
Junayed Hossain Leon (30), son of late Abdul Gani Master and Ismat Ara Begum and a resident of Targaon village under Kapasia Upazila in Gazipur District was tortured in police lockup after he was arrested on November 25, 2013 from the house of late Mosarrof Hossain at Pabur village in Gazipur, alleged Shamima Chowdhury, wife […]
AHRC: The state of human rights in Bangladesh, 2013
On December 10, 2013, the Asian Human Rights Commission (AHRC) released its annual report on the state of human rights in Bangladesh, 2013. Today, life in Bangladesh continues to deteriorate. Denial of human dignity has become part of the fabric of daily life in Bangladesh, and outright denial of this reality is the default setting of […]
Odhikar observes International Human Rights Day
Odhikar observed the International Human Rights Day today. On this occasion, Odhikar organised a discussion meeting at its office in Dhaka. Human rights defenders associated with Odhikar have conducted rallies, human chains in 15 districts. They also submitted memorandums to the local authorities in 15 districts. Press release_Odhikar 10. 13 (full text in Bangla, pdf)
Odhikar’s statement on the occasion of International Human Rights Day: Constant political violence causes human rights violations
Odhikar issued a statement on the occasion of the International Human Rights Day on December 10, 2013. Odhikar would first like to honour the great human rights defender, Nelson Mandela. The Odhikar team expresses deep condolences on the death of South Africa’s great leader. Odhikar recalls with due respect his invaluable contribution and struggles for […]
Human rights monitoring report : November 2013
The November 2013 monthly human rights monitoring report describes the human rights situation in Bangladesh, specifically describing the following areas: Political violence escalates over the declaration of election schedule Harassment to Odhikar continues Violations on freedom of expression and media Discriminatory Anti Corruption Commission Act (Amendment 2013) passed in Parliament Death in custody due to […]
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