Archive · 12 Jan 2026
Haryana Commission Criticizes Probe in Hansi Septic Tank Deaths
The Haryana Human Rights Commission (HHRC) is upset with the local authorities for not properly investigating the deaths of two workers who died in a septic tank in Hansi.
The workers were reportedly forced to enter the tank without any safety gear, which is against the law.
The HHRC said the investigation has been slow and no one has been held responsible yet.
They have asked the police and the hotel involved to provide more information and take action.
The commission also wants to know what help has been given to the families of the workers who died.
The next hearing is scheduled for January 15, 2026.
The Haryana Human Rights Commission criticized civic authorities for a slow and ineffective investigation into the deaths of two workers in a septic tank in Hansi.
The workers allegedly died after being forced to enter a hotel's septic tank without protective equipment, violating Supreme Court directives and the Prohibition of Employment as Manual Scavengers Act, 2013.
The HHRC directed the investigating officer and deputy superintendent of police to appear before it and submit detailed reports on the investigation and relief measures.
The municipal council and hotel management were also asked to submit reports on the incident's circumstances and compliance with safety protocols.
The commission emphasized the need for accountability and relief for the families of the deceased workers, with the next hearing scheduled for January 15, 2026.
- Who
- Haryana Human Rights Commission (HHRC), civic authorities, two workers who died
- What
- Criticism of the investigation into the deaths of two workers in a septic tank
- When
- Incident occurred last year (2025); HHRC order on December 17, 2025
- Where
- Hansi, Haryana
- Why
- Alleged lackadaisical approach in the investigation and violation of safety protocols
- Date of Incident
- Last year (2025)
- Location
- Hansi, Haryana
- Number of Victims
- 2 workers
- Legal Violation
- Prohibition of Employment as Manual Scavengers and Their Rehabilitation Act, 2013
- Supreme Court Case Reference
- Safai Karamchari Andolan vs Union of India
- Commission's Order Date
- December 17, 2025
- Next Hearing Date
- January 15, 2026