The NHRC has sent a notice to the Dehradun district magistrate and the SSP over the allegedly racially charged killing of a student from Tripura in the Uttarakhand capital.

The National Human Rights Commission has directed the Dehradun authorities to investigate the allegations and has sought an action taken report within seven days.

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The commission has asked for a copy of the case proceedings to be sent to the Uttarakhand chief secretary and the director general of police.

"Additionally, the authorities are directed to ensure safety of the students of North Eastern region in the entire state," it says.