Geneva [Switzerland], March 26 (ANI): At the 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council, Virendra Singh Chouhan, President of the Sambhali Trust, drew attention to global challenges of racism, discrimination, xenophobia, and related intolerance while underscoring India’s efforts toward inclusivity. He said these problems undermine human dignity, disrupt social harmony, and create barriers to equal opportunities in education, employment, and access to justice, deepening societal divisions and hindering inclusive development.
Chouhan pointed to India’s constitutional safeguards—particularly Articles 14, 15, and 21—as central to the country’s commitment to justice, liberty, and equal rights. He said India has taken steps to strengthen inclusivity by improving educational access and expanding economic opportunities for diverse communities.
Drawing on grassroots experience, Chouhan described Sambhali Trust’s work in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, focusing on the empowerment of women and girls from marginalized communities and cross-border migrant groups. He emphasized that community-level initiatives are vital for addressing discrimination and fostering social inclusion.
Chouhan called for sustained international cooperation to combat discrimination in all forms, promote tolerance, equality, and human rights, and urged stakeholders to work together to build more inclusive societies. He concluded that local initiatives aligned with constitutional values and global human rights frameworks can effectively address complex social challenges at national and international levels. (ANI)
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