In a swift response to a deeply disturbing incident, the Punjab State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (PSCPCR) has taken suo motu cognisance of a case involving the brutal assault and stripping of minors in Zirakpur. The commission's intervention comes after a viral video exposed the horrific ordeal faced by young children.
Commission Demands Immediate Action
The child rights body has issued urgent directives to the Punjab Police, calling for immediate registration of an FIR against all perpetrators involved in this heinous crime. The commission has specifically instructed the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) in Mohali to take personal charge of the investigation.
Key Demands from Child Rights Body
- Immediate registration of FIR under relevant sections
- Detailed investigation report within 72 hours
- Medical examination and psychological support for victims
- Identification and arrest of all accused persons
- Safety measures for the affected minors and their families
Video Evidence Sparks Outrage
The case came to light after disturbing video footage began circulating on social media platforms, showing multiple minors being subjected to physical assault and forced stripping. The visual evidence has triggered widespread condemnation from child rights activists and the general public alike.
Legal Framework Invoked
The commission is pursuing the case under Section 13 of the CPCR Act, 2005, which empowers child rights bodies to take suo motu cognisance of child rights violations. The incident potentially constitutes offenses under multiple sections of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act and the Indian Penal Code.
Broader Implications for Child Safety
This case has highlighted serious concerns about child safety mechanisms in Punjab's urban and semi-urban areas. Child rights advocates are calling for stronger preventive measures and more robust implementation of child protection laws across the state.
The PSCPCR has emphasized that such incidents cannot be tolerated in a civilized society and has promised to monitor the case closely until justice is delivered to the young victims and their families.
