September 30th 2024.
In Berhampur, a city in the state of Odisha, a 29-year-old man has been given a 20-year sentence for the heinous crime of raping a minor girl. The ruling was made by Pranati Pattnaik, an additional district judge who also serves as a judge in the special POCSO court in Ganjam. Along with the imprisonment, the convict was also ordered to pay a fine of Rs 12,000.
Furthermore, the court has directed the district legal service authorities to provide the victim with a compensation of Rs 5 lakh through a state government scheme. This information was shared by the special public prosecutor, Narayan Panda. The verdict was reached after hearing the testimonies of 14 witnesses.
According to Panda, the incident occurred on May 15, 2022 in a village located in the Khallikote area of Ganjam district. The man in question forcefully entered the victim's home while she was alone, as her parents were attending a festival. The details of this appalling act were brought to light during the trial and helped in reaching a just decision.
This verdict serves as a reminder that such heinous acts will not be tolerated and those who commit them will face severe consequences. The victim can now receive the justice and compensation she deserves, thanks to the efforts of the court and the legal system. May this serve as a warning to potential perpetrators and bring some peace to the victim and her family.
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