SC stays Allahabad HC order in attempt to rape case; JRCA to represent the victim
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, March 28 2025: Accepting a special leave petition filed by Just Rights for Children Alliance (JRC), a partner of New Life Foundation Manipur, the Supreme Court of India has granted permission to JRC to represent a victim in the controversial Allahabad High Court judgement.

Notably, on Wednesday, the Apex Court stayed the Allahabad High Court's judgment that grabbing the breasts of an 11 year old child, breaking the string of her pyjama, and dragging her beneath a culvert did not amount to attempted rape.

JRC's petition was filed against the Allahabad High Court's verdict, said a press release issued by New Life Foundation Manipur.

New Life Foundation, Manipur has termed this decision as a significant step towards the protection of children's rights.

Speaking in this connection, Dr Lamabam Pishak Singh, secretary, New Life Foundation Manipur, stated "If even a single child in the country is a victim of injustice, JRC stands with them.

The judiciary is sensitive towards children's rights, as evident from the Supreme Court's suo-motu intervention in this case.

JRC will leave no stone unturned in its efforts to secure justice for this girl.

JRC is fighting for a just world for children, and we are committed to eradicating crimes like child marriage, child sexual abuse, and child labor from the district" .

While putting a stay on the Allahabad High Court's decision, the Supreme Court strongly remarked that the ruling was "shocking and insensitive" .

Taking suo motu cognizance of the matter, the Supreme Court's bench comprising Justice BR Gavai and Justice AG Masih expressed strong disapproval of the insensitivity evident in the High Court's order, calling the observations "shocking and devoid of any understanding of the law" .

Meanwhile, Rachna Tyagi, representing JRC and the victim's family, expressed relief that their SLP was admitted and asserted that JRCA is committed to supporting and fighting for the victim.

JRC will now spearhead the legal proceedings to ensure that the dignity and rights of the victim are upheld and justice is delivered.

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