The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) is a statutory body responsible for promoting and protecting human rights in India. It plays a crucial role in curbing prison suicides by issuing advisories to the Centre and States. Some of the roles played by NHRC in curbing prison suicides in India are as follows:

• Ensuring proper implementation of the guidelines and instructions laid down by the Supreme Court of India to prevent prison suicides
• Conducting surprise inspections to assess the living conditions of the prisoners and identify potential causes of suicide
• Organizing training programs for prison staff to appraise them on the proper handling of mentally ill prisoners and the importance of suicide prevention
• Providing counseling and psychological support for the inmates to prevent cases of depression and other mental illnesses that could lead to suicides
• Monitoring and collecting data on prison suicides and presenting them to the government for further action and improvement

Overall, the NHRC's efforts in curbing prison suicides have played a significant role in ensuring the safety and rights of incarcerated individuals in India.