India has been elected unopposed to the United Nations Human Rights Council (HRC) for a three-year term starting next year. This marks India’s seventh time on the 47-member body based in Geneva. Following the election, India pledged to act as a bridge-builder and promote global cooperation on human rights.
India’s Permanent Representative to the UN, P. Harish, said the election reflected India’s unwavering commitment to human rights and fundamental freedoms. He noted on X that India looked forward to serving this goal during its tenure. India emphasized that its nomination represented its dedication to advancing human rights globally and fostering dialogue to achieve collective progress.
India highlighted that its commitment to human rights stems from its Constitution, which guarantees fundamental rights and promotes justice, liberty, and equality. The country’s guiding philosophy of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam—“The world is one family”—underlines its belief in unity and mutual respect.
In the proforma voting, India received 177 votes out of 188. Other nations elected included Britain, Pakistan, Egypt, and Vietnam. India last served on the HRC in 2024 and returns after a mandated one-year break.
