Uttar Pradesh Prime Minister Yogi Adityanath ordered high-ranking police officers in the state not only to arrive at the crime scene, but also to complete investigations in future, in all cases of crimes against women and children, within a specified period, according to an official. Press release.
Adityanath, who promised strict action against those responsible for such incidents in Agra, Chitrakoot and Pratapgarh, reiterated that his government was committed to acting decisively in all cases of crimes against women and children.
Adityanath also said that effective protection must be provided to all the poor and needy who may be affected in such incidents.
“All cases of crimes against women should be tried in fast track courts, while those involving minors should be tried in the courts of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offenses Act (POCSO),” Adityanath said, according to the press release. He also emphasized ensuring that the culprits were punished in the shortest possible time, according to the press release.
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Previously, the Allahabad high court had ordered the Uttar Pradesh government to take steps for the early constitution of Juvenile Justice Boards (JJBs) in each district of the state to ensure appropriate measures, including those related to children charged with violate criminal laws.
In addition, the court also ordered the state government to ensure that, in future, steps are taken to fill vacancies at the JJB at least six months prior to the date the post becomes vacant.
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The Yogi Adityanath government’s attempt to close the gaps in the administration of law and order in the state, especially in cases of crimes against women, follows a huge protest and accusations of state apathy and mishandling of gang rape. of a Dalit girl in Hathras district.
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