National Commission for Safai Karamcharis (NCSK) has expressed deep anguish over the tragic death of three sanitation workers who lost their lives while cleaning a septic tank at Ramkrishna CARE Hospital in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, on March 17, 2026. Taking immediate cognizance of the incident, the Commission has announced a field visit to the site and assured strict action against those found responsible.

Vice-Chairperson of the National Commission for Safai Karamcharis, Hardeep Singh Gill, extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and stated that the loss of lives under such circumstances is deeply unfortunate and unacceptable. He emphasized that accountability will be fixed and no guilty individual or institution will be spared.

The Commission has directed that strict legal action be initiated in accordance with the provisions of the Prohibition of Employment as Manual Scavengers and their Rehabilitation Act, 2013. It also referred to the guidelines laid down by the Supreme Court regarding the prohibition of hazardous manual cleaning of septic tanks and the mandatory use of safety equipment and mechanised processes.

Officials stated that directions have already been issued to ensure immediate financial assistance and rehabilitation support to the families of the deceased. The Commission stressed that all such cases must be dealt with urgency and sensitivity, ensuring that victims’ families receive due compensation and long-term support as mandated under law.

Reiterating its commitment to safeguarding the rights and dignity of sanitation workers, the National Commission for Safai Karamcharis underscored the need for strict enforcement of safety protocols and accountability mechanisms to prevent recurrence of such incidents.

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