Dhaka, Sept. 13 -- Law Adviser Dr Asif Nazrul on Saturday said a truly independent and accountable Human Rights Commission can only thrive when it is free from political influence and rooted in citizen participation.

He made the remarks while speaking at a meeting in Cox's Bazar as the government of Bangladesh unveiled the draft National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Ordinance 2025, marking a significant step forward in the country's commitment to human rights protection and alignment with international standards.

The new draft ordinance, designed to replace the NHRC Act 2009, seeks to enhance the Commission's independence, inclusivity, and accountability. It seeks to align the NHRC's mandate with relevant parts of the Paris Principles...