June 3rd 2025.
In the district of Kendrapara in Odisha, a local court has made a decision that has brought justice for a nine-year-old girl. The court has found a 70-year-old man, Batakrushna Sahoo, guilty of raping the young girl last year. As a result, the court has sentenced him to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment and a fine of Rs 50,000. Additionally, his sentence will be extended by a year by default.
During the trial, the prosecution counsel, Manoj Kumar Sahu, requested for a compensation of Rs 6 lakh for the victim. The court has granted this request and has directed the Odisha State Legal Services Authority to pay the amount to the young girl. It is a small step towards providing some form of closure for the victim and her family.
The incident took place when the victim was a third-grade student at a village school that falls under the Pattamundai police station. The accused had threatened the young girl, warning her not to tell anyone about the assault. Despite this, the victim bravely came forward and shared her ordeal, leading to the conviction of the accused.
The accused has been found guilty under sections 65 and 331 of the BNS and section 6 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012. The judge, Pragyan Paramita Roul, made the decision after carefully considering the evidence presented by seven witnesses, including the victim and the medico-legal report. The prosecution counsel, Manoj Kumar Sahu, has expressed satisfaction with the court's verdict.
This decision serves as a reminder that sexual assault against children will not be tolerated and will be met with strict punishment. Hopefully, this case will also encourage other victims to come forward and seek justice. The court's ruling is a step in the right direction towards creating a safer and more just society for all.
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