Delhi Court Frames Charges Against Two Men in Bus Kidnapping and Rape of Minor

A Delhi court on Tuesday formally framed charges against two individuals accused of kidnapping and raping a minor on a public bus. The charge‑framing stage marks a key procedural step before the trial can commence.
The alleged crime involved the abduction of a child from a bus and subsequent sexual assault, as detailed in the prosecution's complaint. Both accused are alleged to have coordinated the act while the victim was traveling on the city’s transport network.
The court recorded the charges under sections pertaining to kidnapping, rape of a minor and related offenses. The magistrate directed the prosecution to submit further evidence, and the defence was given an opportunity to respond. The case will now move towards a trial where the accused will face the full weight of the law.
Authorities have not disclosed the identities of the accused or the victim, citing privacy concerns. The proceedings are being closely watched as part of broader efforts to address crimes against children in the capital.
The next hearing is scheduled for later this month, where the court will decide on bail applications and set a timeline for the trial.