9,860 cases falling under POCSO Act have been registered in Karnataka

Figures tell a harrowing tale of perpetrators preying on vulnerable minors

A sinister reality brought to light by Child Protection Commission's report

Over the course of three years, a staggering 9,860 cases falling under the purview of the Protection Of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO) have been registered in Karnataka, painting a distressing picture of the escalating menace of child abuse within the state.

The gravity of the situation is further emphasized by the breakdown of these cases, revealing an alarming upward trend: 2,880 cases in 2021, 3,189 cases in 2022, and a disturbing spike to 3,791 cases in 2023.

A disconcerting subset of these figures pertains to Bengaluru, the state’s capital, where 1,454 POCSO cases were reported during the same period. This city-specific data exposes the localized nature of the issue, highlighting the urgent need for targeted intervention and heightened awareness campaigns.

The figures tell a harrowing tale of perpetrators systematically preying on vulnerable minors, a sinister reality brought to light by the Child Protection Commission’s report.

The very essence of the POCSO Act, enacted in 2012, was to proactively combat the heinous crimes of sexual exploitation and abuse against children. However, as the numbers continue to rise, a pressing question looms: when will society, law enforcement, and policymakers collectively muster the resolve to effectively curb this distressing trend and shield the innocence of our children from such predatory threats?

The urgency for comprehensive action is underscored by the escalating statistics, demanding a united front against those who perpetrate these crimes and ensuring a safer environment for the youngest members of our society.