Brutal Assault on Children in Raipur: 3-Year-Old Hospitalised with Serious Injuries, Mother and Stepfather Arrested
Raipur, October 18. The Chhattisgarh State Commission for Protection of Child Rights has intervened following an alleged assault on children in Raipur’s Pandri area. Commission officials visited Dr B R Ambedkar Memorial Hospital (Mekahara) and a children’s home to check the health, safety and care of the victims.
The commission instructed the authorities concerned to take necessary steps for the protection, counselling and rehabilitation of the children, and ensure strict legal action.
Information received by the commission through the Child Helpline on October 15 revealed that a three-year-old boy and an eight-year-old boy were allegedly assaulted. The younger child sustained serious injuries and was admitted to Mekahara Hospital on October 16.
The older boy has been placed in a children’s home, while a six-year-old girl has been shifted to Matrichhaya for safe care. Police have registered an FIR and arrested the children’s mother and stepfather, who have been sent to jail.
The commission took cognisance of the matter on October 15 and initiated proceedings. During the visit, the chairperson enquired about the condition of the three-year-old undergoing treatment at the hospital and reviewed the safety arrangements for the other boy at the children’s home.
The younger child’s health is stable. Counselling is being provided to all three children to ensure they receive the necessary psychological and emotional support.
Child Helpline Initiative Yielding Results
The commission stated that its initiative to display the Child Helpline number at police stations and relevant institutions across Chhattisgarh is producing positive results. The effort has helped authorities receive timely information regarding cases of violence and abuse involving children, enabling prompt intervention.
The commission appreciated the prompt response and sensitive handling of the case by Child Helpline officials and staff.
Reiterating its commitment to protecting children’s rights, the commission stated that it is coordinating with the departments concerned to prioritise children’s safety, protection and best interests.
