NEW DELHI: National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Member Vijaya Bharathi Sayani called upon the youth to remain vigilant, raise their voices against injustice and help build a more inclusive and equitable society, an official said on Saturday.
Addressing the valedictory session of the 3rd Online Short-Term Internship Programme (OSTI) of 2025-2026 conducted by the Commission, Sayani urged the 74 interns to grow into active defenders of human dignity.
She asked the interns to use their knowledge for societal good and to uphold constitutional principles in both personal and professional spheres.
As many as 74 university-level students from 21 States and UTs completed the OSTI programme that was inaugurated by NHRC Secretary General Bharat Lal on August 22, said an official statement.
The OSTI equips students from various academic fields with the tools to understand and address key human rights issues. Through hands-on learning and interactive discussions, participants explore international law, human rights concerns in India and practical advocacy methods.
Sayani congratulated the interns for completing the enriching two-week journey and commended their dedication.
Emphasising NHRC’s role as a guardian of justice and equality, she highlighted the Commission’s work in areas such as women's rights, child protection, mental health, custodial justice and the empowerment of marginalised communities.
Drawing attention to impactful sessions from experts in fields like psychology, forensic science and business and human rights, Sayani praised the breadth of learning offered to the interns under the programme.
Citing inspiring examples, she urged interns to become active defenders of human dignity, to use their knowledge for societal good and to uphold constitutional principles in both personal and professional spheres.
She concluded with a call to action for the youth to remain vigilant, raise their voices against injustice and help build a more inclusive and equitable society.