Case Overview
In the case of State versus Moh. Dilshad Ahmed, the court of Ms. Prabjeet Kaur, Ld ASJ, POSCO Court, Saket District Court, New Delhi, has referred a significant POCSO matter. The FIR, numbered 139/2019 and dated 26/4/2019, implicates the accused under sections 376, 354, 506 of the IPC, and Section 8 of the POCSO Act.
Victim’s Ordeal
The 17-year-old victim, enduring abuse since the age of 13, bravely reported her brother-in-law, the accused. Threats of familial disruption kept her silent for years. The revelation came following a pregnancy scare in 2018, culminating in the FIR.
Legal and Supportive Actions
The legal team has provided representation and assistance. Recently, the victim was awarded an interim compensation of ₹1,50,000, with efforts underway to ensure its prompt disbursement. Her continued trauma, evidenced by anxiety attacks and a recent medical emergency in court, underscores the ongoing challenges.
Counselling and Case Status
The victim is receiving professional counselling, a crucial part of her healing process. The case is pending for the cross-examination of the victim scheduled for October.
