Overview

• A division bench of Justices Revati Mohite Dere and Neela Gokhale approved the late-term abortion after a medical board ruled the minor fit for the procedure.
• The Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 2021, sets a 24-week limit but allows judicial exceptions for minors or serious health concerns.
• The Madhya Pradesh High Court disposed of a similar petition when a 14-year-old survivor and her parents declined consent, allowing them to continue the pregnancy.
• Delhi High Court guidelines instruct hospitals to convene medical boards immediately for cases exceeding 24 weeks and to maintain accessible standard operating procedures.
• Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma mandated regular training for doctors, medical staff, and investigating officers to streamline handling of MTP cases in sexual assault matters.