PVCHR Honored as “Friend of German Parliament” in Unprecedented Dinner Meeting with Vice President Claudia Roth

Dr. Bahadur Singh Yadav
2 min readDec 15, 2023

New Delhi, February 20, 2015

In a historic and symbolic gesture, People’s Vigilance Committee on Human Rights (PVCHR) was honored as a “Friend of German Parliament” during a memorable dinner meeting with Ms. Claudia Roth, Vice President of the German Parliament. The prestigious event took place at the Lodhi Garden Restaurant in New Delhi on February 20, 2015, and marked a significant milestone in fostering international partnerships for human rights advocacy.

Dinner and Meeting with Ms. Claudia Roth, Mr. Colin Gonsalves, and Lenin Raghuvansh

The gathering brought together Ms. Claudia Roth, renowned human rights activists Lenin Raghuvanshi and Colin Gonsalves, and was expertly documented by Mr. Ali Mahdjoubi, Head of the office of the Vice-President Claudia Roth MP in the German Bundestag.

PVCHR Honored as a Friend of the German Parliament

Ms. Claudia Roth, a distinguished political figure with a strong commitment to human rights and global engagement, presented a memento to Lenin Raghuvanshi on behalf of PVCHR, acknowledging the organization’s remarkable contributions. This recognition solidified PVCHR’s standing as a “Friend of German Parliament,” signifying the deepening ties between the two entities.

Lenin Raghuvanshi with Memento Received from Ms. Claudia Roth

Lenin Raghuvanshi, founder of PVCHR, expressed gratitude for the honor and the opportunity to engage in insightful discussions about Indian politics and India’s role in world politics with Ms. Claudia Roth. In a blog post dated 2022, he extended heartfelt thanks to the people of Germany for the meaningful memento, emphasizing the importance of international collaborations in advancing human rights.

“PVCHR is deeply honored to be recognized as a ‘Friend of German Parliament.’ The memento presented by Vice President Claudia Roth is a testament to the strong bond between our organization and the German Parliament. We extend our heartfelt thanks to Ms. Roth and the people of Germany for their graciousness,” remarked Lenin Raghuvanshi.

The event highlighted the shared commitment to human rights, social justice, and international cooperation in addressing global challenges. Ms. Claudia Roth’s presence and the acknowledgment of PVCHR as a valued partner emphasized the significance of collaborative efforts in advancing the cause of human rights on the global stage.

As PVCHR continues its tireless efforts in championing human rights, this recognition from the German Parliament serves as a catalyst for strengthened alliances and renewed dedication to the pursuit of justice and equality on an international scale.

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Dr. Bahadur Singh Yadav

Ex-Chairperson (State Minister) State Technical Education Board Government of Uttar Pradesh India