The West Bengal Cabinet approved a proposal to establish five additional special POCSO courts, bringing the total to 67, to expedite the resolution of child sexual abuse cases. This decision follows ongoing protests over a recent case. The meeting also addressed restrictions on public statements about the issue.
The West Bengal Government today has set up a seven-member committee, led by a retired judge of the Calcutta High Court, to review three new criminal laws that replaced the British-era laws on July 1. The committee, including state ministers, the advocate general, and police officials, will submit its findings within three months. West Bengal is the third state to amend these laws.