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Hindustan Times
11 hours ago
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- Hindustan Times
Bihar cabinet approves protection officers posts to assist women affected by domestic violence
Patna, The Bihar government on Tuesday approved the creation of 390 posts of full-time 'protection officers' in all districts and sub-divisions to assist women affected by domestic violence. A decision to this effect was taken in the state cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar here on Tuesday. The cabinet approved the proposal of the state Social Welfare Department for the creation of 390 posts for the purpose. Soon after the cabinet decision, secretary of the Social Welfare Department and Chairman-cum-Managing Director of Bihar Women and Child Development Corporation , Bandana Preyashi, told PTI, "Earlier, the cabinet had approved the creation of a separate cadre to appoint full-time 'protection officers' at sub-division, district and state level to support women affected by domestic violence more effectively. Now, the cabinet approved the creation of 390 posts under the new cadre... the process to appoint full-time POs will start soon." "Full-time POs will also be appointed in all 38 districts of the state. A state-level protection officer will also be appointed by the government. The decision has been taken in view of the 'Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005. The decision has been taken in view of the state witnessing a rise in the cases of domestic violence," she said. "The move aims to ensure effective protection of the rights of women, guaranteed under the Constitution for victims of violence of any kind occurring within the family and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto," Preyashi said. As per the Act, the PO will assist the magistrate in the discharge of his functions and the former will also be responsible for getting the aggrieved person medically examined, if she has sustained bodily injuries and forward a copy of the medical report to the police station and the magistrate having jurisdiction in the area where the domestic violence is alleged to have been taken place. The PO will also ensure that the order for monetary relief is complied with and executed, in accordance with the procedure prescribed under the existing law, she explained. The state government has already taken several steps to ensure justice for women facing domestic violence through the enactment of Dowry Prohibition Act, Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006 etc., she said, adding different schemes also provide various kinds of services to women who face domestic violence. The number of cases registered and disposed of relating to crimes committed against women increased in 2023-24, when compared to the previous year, according to the Bihar Economic Survey report released by the state government in February this year. "It can be attributed to increased awareness and integrated support provided by the authorities concerned as many women are coming forward to register cases with the authorities," she said. Of the total 7,517 cases registered, 6,599 cases relating to offences against women were disposed of in 2023-24. Out of all cases in 2023-24, registration was the highest for dowry harassment at 837 while cases of sexual harassment at workplaces were at 24, she added.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Time of India
Child marriage stopped in Kendrapada
Kendrapada: Local authorities prevented the marriage of a 16-year-old dalit girl to a 23-year-old youth at Deolapada village in Mahakalapada block on Thursday evening. Acting on a tip-off from locals, officials from the child development project office (CDPO) and child protection office (CPO), along with police, intervened at the wedding venue. The bride, daughter of a daily-wage labourer, was found to be underage after document verification. "We arrived at the scene while wedding preparations were underway and stopped the marriage despite strong protests from both families. The father had agreed to the marriage due to acute poverty," said Kabita Mallick, child protection officer, Mahakalapada block. The parents of the minor girl provided a written undertaking not to proceed with the marriage until their daughter turns 18. Under the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006, marriages involving boys under 21 and girls under 18 are punishable with two years of rigorous imprisonment and/or a fine of Rs 1 lakh. Social worker Naliniprava Tarei condemned the practice, stating, "Child marriage is an appalling practice that robs children of their childhood and binds them to responsibility when they should be in school and enjoying their youth."
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Time of India
Police filed child marriage case after 19-yr-old marries 14-year-old girl in Jamalpur
Ahmedabad: Following an anonymous complaint received last week in the Jamalpur area, police registered a child marriage case at the Gaekwad Haveli police station on Tuesday. Police filed charges under sections 9, 10, and 11 of the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act , 2006. Legal action was initiated against seven individuals, including the bridegroom and the religious leader who conducted the ceremony. Gaekwad Haveli police officials stated that a 19-year-old youth allegedly married his 14-year-old cousin, with both families' approval. The wedding ceremony was held on April 10 during late hours and was attended by relatives, a religious leader, and several onlookers. Police began the investigation after receiving an anonymous report on Wednesday. Their enquiry revealed that the bride was merely 14 years and one month old when she was forced to marry. Cops verified this through examination of both the marriage certificate and the girl's birth documentation. The wedding followed traditional community practices. The families justified their actions citing health concerns and mutual understanding. They claimed that the decision was taken as the bride's mother was not keeping well and she wished to see her daughter's marriage before she died.
The Print
15-05-2025
- The Print
14-year-old girl rescued from child marriage in J&K's Udhampur
Despite prior advisories issued by Udhampur Police, the marriage was reportedly solemnised on May 5. The rescue operation was carried out at Pattangarh Latti in Udhampur district following a tip-off received at the the child helpline, they said. Jammu, May 15 (PTI) Police and the district task force on Thursday rescued a 14-year-old girl who was forced into child marriage in Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur district, officials said. Acting on a recommendation by the Child Welfare Committee, the girl has been declared a 'child in need of care and protection'. The girl has been shifted to a child care home for her safety and well-being, the officials said. An FIR will be registered under the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006, against all the individuals involved in facilitating the illegal marriage, police said. PTI AB ARI This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
Time of India
13-05-2025
- Time of India
Two Child Marriages Prevented In Kamptee
Nagpur: Timely intervention by the district child protection unit (DCPU) prevented two child marriages in Kamptee, involving girls aged just child protection team received credible information about the planned weddings on Tuesday. Acting swiftly, officials conducted inquiries at the homes of the girls and confirmed that both were underage. The marriages were to take place at a major wedding lawn in verification of the girls' documents, it was confirmed that they were only 15 years old — far below the legal age of 18 for girls and 21 for boys, as per the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act , 2006. Despite resistance and confusion in the families of the brides and grooms, the team enforced the law and stopped the ceremonies from taking place.A sealed statement was prepared on-site, with signatures collected from all present. The police were immediately informed and took custody of the minor girls, who were later admitted to a govt-run child emphasised that certain communities still follow the regressive tradition of marrying off girls at a young age, despite repeated warnings and public awareness campaigns. The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) and the commissionerate of women and child development, Pune, under commissioner Nayana Gunde, had earlier issued strong directives to stop child compliance with these directives, collector Vipin Itankar and chief executive officer Vinayak Mahamuni held a district-wide meeting and issued circulars to all relevant departments to remain alert during the festive season, when child marriages are more likely to crackdown was carried out under the guidance of district women and child development officer Ranjit Kure, with active participation from district child protection officer Mustaq Pathan, district child protection coordinator Prasannjeet Gayakwad, CDPO Anjali Nimbalkar, police inspector Prashant Jumde (Old Kamptee), protection officer Sadhana Hatwar, chief sevika Jyoti Nimje, child representative Meenakshi Dhadade, as well as representatives from the Gramin Samasya Mukti Trust, and police officials including PSI Milind Meshram and Roshni have reiterated their commitment to take strict legal action against anyone attempting to conduct child marriages, urging communities to act responsibly and report such cases immediately. They have urged citizens to report information about child marriages on the 1098 toll-free number.
