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Title: POCSO Conviction in East Jaintia Hills District, Meghalaya: Accused Sentenced to 25 Years Rigorous Imprisonment
Press Release Number:
05/06/2025
Description:
On completion of trial, the Hon'ble Court of Smti. B. Khriam, Special Judge (POCSO). East Jaintia Hills District, Khliehriat found accused Shri. Boti Surong guilty of committing an offence against minor and sentenced him to undergo rigorous imprisonment for a period of 25(Twenty Five) years for an offence punishable u/s 6(1) of POCSO Act along with fine of ₹ 30,000/- (Rupees Thirty Thousand) only. In default of payment, he will serve an additional 2(two) months of simple imprisonment. A compensation of ₹ 3,00,000/- (Rupees Three Lakhs) only to be paid to the minor survivor
Released Date:
05 Jun 2025