India has been elected for the seventh time to the United Nations’ Human Rights Council for a three-year term starting next year.
In a post on X, Permanent Representative P. Harish said the election “reflects India’s unwavering commitment to human rights and fundamental freedoms.” He added that India looks forward to serving this objective during its tenure.
“India was elected to the Human Rights Council for the term 2026-28 @UN for the seventh time today. Thank all delegations for their overwhelming support. This election reflects India’s unwavering commitment to human rights and fundamental freedoms. We look forward to serve this objective during our tenure,” he said.
The Human Rights Council is the main intergovernmental body within the United Nations responsible for human rights. It reviews situations in member countries and provides a forum for discussion on human rights issues.
Established in 2006 by the General Assembly, it is responsible for strengthening the promotion and protection of human rights around the globe.
The Council, composed of 47 Member States, provides a multilateral forum to address human rights violations and country situations. It responds to human rights emergencies and makes recommendations on how to better implement human rights on the ground.
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India last served on the HRC in 2024, completing a second consecutive term. As countries cannot serve more than two consecutive terms, India took a break this year before contesting for the term starting next year.
The other 13 countries elected on Tuesday were Angola, Britain, Chile, Ecuador, Egypt, Estonia, Iraq, Italy, Mauritius, Pakistan, Slovenia, South Africa, and Vietnam.
