In a landmark ruling, the Additional District and Sessions Judge in Kurukshetra delivered a strong verdict on Saturday. The Fast Track Special Court for Rape and POCSO Act cases sentenced a minor accused to twenty years of rigorous imprisonment. The court also imposed a fine of fifty thousand rupees for committing a sexual offence against a minor boy.
Case Origins and Police Action
The case began with a formal complaint lodged on March 4, 2024. A woman residing in the Krishna Gate police station area came forward with serious allegations. She reported that her son informed her about another boy committing an obscene and wrongful act against him on March 3, 2024.
Police authorities acted swiftly on this complaint. They registered a case at Krishna Gate Police Station under relevant legal sections. Investigators immediately launched a thorough probe into the disturbing incident.
Investigation and Arrest Details
During the investigation process, police identified and arrested the accused minor. The accused, also a minor, hails from Thanesar area. Following proper legal procedures, authorities sent him to judicial custody as per court orders.
After completing their investigation, police filed the challan before the competent court. This set the stage for formal legal proceedings against the accused individual.
Court Proceedings and Final Verdict
The Fast Track Special Court conducted regular hearings in this sensitive case. On January 17, 2026, the court finally pronounced its judgment after careful consideration of all evidence.
The court based its decision on witness testimonies and documented evidence. It found the minor accused guilty under Section 6 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act. This section specifically addresses punishment for aggravated penetrative sexual assault.
Sentencing and Additional Provisions
In its final order, the court awarded the convict twenty years of rigorous imprisonment. The judge also imposed a substantial fine of fifty thousand rupees. The court specified that failure to pay this fine would result in an additional one month of imprisonment.
The court issued another important directive regarding the accused's future. It ordered that authorities must produce the accused again after he attains twenty-one years of age. This provision aligns with existing legal requirements for such cases.
The Kurukshetra District Attorney provided these case details to the public. This verdict represents a significant application of the POCSO Act in protecting children from sexual offences. The court's decision underscores the serious consequences for such crimes against minors.
