The Hindu·4 min read·medium
POCSO cases in Kerala rising, says State Commission for Protection of Child Rights report
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R K Roshni
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A report from the Kerala State Commission for Protection of Child Rights indicates a rise in reported POCSO cases, reaching 4,765 in 2025. Officials suggest this increase reflects improved legal literacy and reporting mechanisms rather than solely an increase in criminal activity.
The number of cases reported under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act in Kerala continues to rise, underscoring the vulnerability of children despite the presence of various protection mechanisms.
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