Bhubaneswar: From only 87 of 2009 to 1,648 in 2019, the case of sexual abuse of children in Odisha had seen an increase of 1.794% in the past decade, according to national data distributed by female Union ministers and the development of Irani Lok Sabha’s childhood children on Friday.
Cases include violations related to rape and other crimes listed under the protection of children from the sexual law (Pocso), 2012.
This great Spurt has triggered serious concerns about unsafe conditions for minors.
Experts connect an increase in sexual attacks in children for the mindset of sick perpetrators, inadequate vigilance by parents and lack of police actions in many cases.
However, Tanuja Baluwal, a social activist, said, “Blaming the police alone for the increase in child sexual attacks will not be helped.
Only educated people can protect their children.
Parents must also keep an eye on their movements and activities.
They must teach them The difference between the right and wrong touch, appropriate and inappropriate behavior.
“He added that since the defendant was found as a neighbor and acquaintance of the victims in many cases, family members of children must be more careful.
The police explained that the increasing number of cases of child abuse not only meant that certain crimes had risen.
“Previously, parents of children would be reluctant to report sexual violence to the police.
But they are no longer hesitant to do it,” said a senior police officer.
Lawyers say that although sexual violence is difficult to prevent other crimes, fighting it is the collective responsibility of family members, teachers, police and justice.
“The role of family and teachers is to educate children about preventive and safety measures.
The family must immediately report cases of sexual violence to the police.
The police must immediately register this case, arrest the defendant and gather strong evidence to ensure confidence.
Punishment The example will work as a deterrent.
Every negligence by the police will encourage rapists, “said Sidharth Das, said a senior lawyer.