Reported by Bit Irom
Imphal: A First Information Report (FIR) registered at the Women Police Station in Senapati district under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act has led to the conviction of three juveniles in Manipur.
They were arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a minor girl whose identity is legally protected.
According to Manipur Police reports, the three juveniles involved have been detained in an Observation Home for 19 days.
Each juvenile was fined Rs 5,000, which is to be paid to the victim’s parents. Furthermore, compensation of Rs 5 lakh for the victim has been recommended.
Under the framework of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015, the identities of the Children in Conflict with Law (CCLs) have been withheld.
They were also directed to perform one month of community service.
Meanwhile, the reports further stated that intelligence-based combing, cordon, and search operations are being carried out extensively to nab those involved in extortion and other criminal activities in the state.
The movement of 579 vehicles carrying essential items along NH-37, which connects Imphal and Silchar, has been ensured.
Strict security measures have been implemented at all vulnerable locations, and security convoys are being provided along sensitive stretches to ensure the free and safe movement of vehicles.
A total of 115 nakas/checkpoints have been set up in different districts of Manipur, both in the hill and valley areas, the reports added.