The Bombay High Court today criticized Maharashtra Police for mishandling the sexual abuse case of two 4-year-old girls at a Badlapur school. It highlighted delays in taking statements, registering the case, and lack of action against the school authorities. The Court emphasized the need for prompt action under the POCSO Act and counseling for the victims.
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The Bombay High Court today has taken suo motu cognizance of a sexual abuse incident involving two kindergarten students. The bench expressed dissatisfaction with the State’s handling of serious crimes and questioned the need for public protests to spur action. It also raised concerns about the number of neglected cases, including the failure to preserve crucial evidence.
Today, On 17th July, Seven FIRs filed against NCP MLA Jitendra Awhad for remarks about Lord Ram will be consolidated at Shirdi, Maharashtra. Awhad’s controversial comments about Lord Ram being non-vegetarian led to charges under Section 295A. The cases, which sparked controversy, will be handled in Shirdi despite Awhad’s efforts to have them transferred elsewhere.
Justices Ajay Gadkari and Neela Gokhale condemned the conduct of Sudhir Pawar and the court registry, ordering an inquiry into the juvenile court’s functioning in Bhiwandi. They criticized Pawar for refusing to accept a chargesheet without the juvenile’s presence and found the presiding officer’s control over the court questionable. The High Court permitted the police to file the chargesheet promptly.