At 3,537, Bengaluru tops Karnataka in Human Rights violation cases over two years

Bengaluru has recorded the highest number of human rights violations in Karnataka over the past two years, highlighting growing concerns in urban areas. Data from the Karnataka State Human Rights Commission (KSHRC) reveals that Bengaluru Urban registered 3,537 cases in 2023 and 2024, surpassing all other districts. The numbers rose significantly from 1,515 cases in 2023 to 2,022 in 2024, reflecting an upward trend in reported grievances.

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Bengaluru Rural reported a total of 246 cases over the two years, with 115 cases in 2023 and 131 in 2024. Other districts with notable figures included Tumakuru with 528 cases, Mysuru at 516, Belagavi recording 367, and Kalaburagi with 247 cases. Coastal Karnataka also reported human rights concerns, with Dakshina Kannada registering 217 cases and Udupi 91. In northern Karnataka, Vijayapura recorded 212 cases, while Kolar saw 251. Across the state, a total of 9,509 cases were filed.

Despite the high volume of complaints, compensation recommendations remained low, with only 80 cases receiving financial redress. Bengaluru Urban led with 17 resolved cases, followed by Tumakuru with 16 and Mysuru with nine. KSHRC attributes the rise in reported cases to increased public awareness through campaigns, media coverage, and district-level grievance hearings.

The Commission continues to conduct training programs, awareness drives, and direct interventions to curb violations and ensure justice for victims.