Dimapur, October 27 (MExN): W Nginyeih Konyak, Chairperson of Nagaland State Commission for Women (NSCW), was on Sunday honoured with the ‘State Human Rights Award’ for her contribution to the field of human rights, with the honour presented by the World Human Rights Research Council (WHRRC).
Konyak was also invited as the special guest for the event.
The award is presented to distinguished individuals who have made historic contributions at the state level in the fields of human rights, peace, justice, research and public awareness, highlighting grassroots transformation and regional advocacy.
The WHRRC is an international body dedicated to upholding the fundamental principles of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR).
The ceremony took place during the International Convention for Human Rights 2026 at the NDMC Convention Centre, SANSAD, New Delhi, an event organised by the WHRRC on October 25, to unite global voices, researchers and state advocates under a shared mission of human dignity.
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