Nagpur Corporator and Accomplices Face Legal Action for Unauthorised Children's Home Entry
In a serious breach of protocol, a case has been registered against local corporator Wasim Khan and two other individuals—Kashif Bharatiya and Sameer Sheikh—for allegedly forcibly entering a government-registered children's home in Kapil Nagar, Nagpur, without any authorisation. The accused are further charged with filming minor inmates and circulating the videos on social media and various digital platforms, actions that have raised significant legal and ethical concerns.
Violation of Privacy and Safety Protocols
Police authorities have stated that the unauthorised entry not only violated the privacy and safety of the vulnerable children residing at the home but also created panic among the staff and residents. This incident underscores the critical importance of safeguarding child care institutions from such intrusive and unlawful activities.
The First Information Report (FIR) was officially registered at the Kapil Nagar police station following a detailed complaint filed by childcare worker Swati Patil. The complaint invokes provisions of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act and relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), highlighting the legal framework designed to protect minors in institutional care.
Details of the Alleged Offence
According to the complaint, the accused individuals entered the premises without obtaining the necessary permissions, proceeded to record videos of the minor inmates, and subsequently made the footage public. This act is in direct violation of established norms and regulations that govern child care institutions, which strictly prohibit such unauthorised access and dissemination of sensitive content involving children.
Background and Related Developments
In a related development, it has been noted that corporator Wasim Khan had earlier raised allegations against a caretaker, K S Hiwrale, at the same children's home. Khan claimed that Hiwrale was on duty under the influence of alcohol on February 1, 2026. Following these allegations, a Non-Cognizable Report (NCR) was registered against the caretaker under BNS Section 352, and Khan had demanded a medical examination and departmental action against him.
This prior incident adds a layer of complexity to the current case, suggesting a pattern of involvement and controversy surrounding the children's home. Authorities are now investigating both matters to ensure justice and uphold the safety standards mandated for child protection facilities.
The case highlights the ongoing challenges in maintaining the integrity and security of child care institutions, emphasising the need for strict adherence to legal protocols and the protection of minors from exploitation and privacy breaches.
