Allahabad HC: POCSO Act Being Misused Against Teenagers in Consensual Relationships

The Allahabad High Court, in Satish Alias Chand’s bail hearing, emphasized the need for nuanced judicial consideration in cases involving consensual teenage relationships under the POCSO Act. The court granted bail and directed Chand to deposit a fixed amount for the welfare of the victim’s newborn child, highlighting its proactive stance in safeguarding the child’s interests.