POCSO guidelines in the offing
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, October 18 2022:
Efforts are on to formulate a guideline for Protection of Children Against Sexual Offences (POCSO), said Social Welfare Director, Ngangom Uttam today.
He made the statement while addressing the media during a "One Day Workshop for Framing of a State POCSO Guidelines under Section 39 of POCSO Act, 2012" held at City Convention Centre, Konung Mamang.
The workshop organised by the Social Welfare Department was attended by stakeholders from the Police Department, Medical, Social Welfare and Child Protection Committee/units.
Briefing the media, the Social Welfare Director said the State specific guidelines to be prepared will enhance efficient handling of POCSO cases in the State.
During the workshop, the stakeholders present discussed 'POCSO Model Guidelines' issued by the Ministry of Women and Child Development to make necessary modifications to suit the local needs.
Further workshops will be held and a draft guideline to be submitted to the State Government will be prepared, he said.
The stakeholders discussed various issues facing the police and Child Protection Committee in handling POCSO cases and victims.