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Delhi Courts Deliver Swift and Severe Sentences in Two Child Sexual Abuse Cases

A security guard receives 20 years’ imprisonment for raping a 12-year-old, while another man is sentenced to life for raping and impregnating a 16-year-old, with both survivors awarded significant compensation.

The court of additional sessions judge Amar Jeet Singh also slapped a fine of ₹2 lakh on the convict. (HT Photo)

Overview

  • The Rohini District Court sentenced a private security guard to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for repeatedly raping a 12-year-old girl in 2021, alongside additional terms for kidnapping and threats.
  • The Tis Hazari Court sentenced a 45-year-old man to life imprisonment for repeatedly raping and impregnating a 16-year-old girl, with the judgment delivered within 20 days of the trial's start.
  • Both cases were prosecuted under the aggravated provisions of the POCSO Act, emphasizing the judiciary's commitment to deterring crimes against minors.
  • The courts awarded ₹10.5 lakh and ₹19.5 lakh in compensation to the survivors, aiming to support their rehabilitation and future independence.
  • The judgments reflect Delhi's push for expedited justice in child sexual abuse cases, reinforcing the importance of stringent sentencing and survivor support.