New Delhi, Dec. 30 -- National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) member Priyank Kanoongo on Tuesday said that a cognisance has been taken of the murder of student Anjel Chakma from Tripura, and authorities have been instructed to ensure the safety of students from the northeast residing in Uttarakhand.

"I have taken cognizance of the murder of a student from Tripura in Dehradun. Notice has been issued to the State Government seeking a report on action taken so far. The Chief Secretary and DGP have been directed to ensure, on highest priority, the safety of students from the Northeast across the state," Kanoongo posted on X.

Chakma, an MBA student, was attacked by a group of miscreants with knives and other blunt objects in Dehradun on Dece...