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Minor's Pregnancy Sparks Police Action Under POCSO Act in Haryana

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A 16-year-old girl's shocking revelation of being six months pregnant after being sexually assaulted multiple times at a local cafe in Karnal, Haryana, has led to a police case being filed under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. The case was registered after a complaint from Umesh Chanana, chairperson of the district's Child Welfare Committee (CWC), following a tip-off from health authorities about the minor's pregnancy. The girl's testimony, which included describing the cafe as a hub for objectionable activities, prompted a raid by the child rights panel and the CWC, accompanied by police. The minor has been placed in a Child Care Institute for her protection and care, and the owners of the establishments were issued warnings.

Key Takeaways:

  • A 16-year-old girl was found to be six months pregnant after being sexually assaulted multiple times at a local cafe in Karnal, Haryana.
  • The case was registered under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act after a complaint from Umesh Chanana, chairperson of the district's Child Welfare Committee (CWC).
  • The girl testified that she was sexually assaulted at a cafe located in the Mughal Canal area, describing it as a place frequently visited by young men and women where objectionable activities occur.
  • A raid was conducted by the child rights panel and the CWC, accompanied by police, on the cafe where the alleged assault took place.
  • The minor has been placed in a Child Care Institute for her protection and care.
  • No additional cases were registered, although the owners of the establishments were issued warnings.
  • Police inspector Ram Lal reported that a few adult couples were found during the raids, but were released after verification.

Statistics:

  • 16-year-old minor found to be six months pregnant after being sexually assaulted multiple times.
  • 0 additional cases registered as a result of the raid, although warnings were issued to the owners of the establishments.
  • 1 Child Care Institute where the minor has been placed for her protection and care.

Sources:

  • "Karnal: Minor found pregnant, girl alleges rape at cafe", HT Chandigarh, Sept. 9 (no author or publication date mentioned)

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