Arunachal Pradesh Governor KT Parnaik flags surge in POCSO cases

Arunachal Pradesh Governor KT Parnaik publicly expressed concern about a noticeable rise in cases filed under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act across the state. In a statement released to the media, the governor highlighted that the upward trend signals gaps in preventive mechanisms and calls for immediate attention from law‑enforcement agencies.

Parnaik urged the state administration to strengthen monitoring systems, accelerate investigations, and ensure swift judicial processing of POCSO complaints. He also appealed to civil society and educational institutions to intensify awareness programmes aimed at safeguarding children from sexual abuse.

The governor’s remarks come amid broader national efforts to curb child sexual offences, with the central government urging states to improve reporting mechanisms and victim support services. Arunachal Pradesh officials have not yet disclosed specific figures, but the governor’s statement underscores the urgency of addressing the issue at the state level.