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Kerala High Court Orders State to Upgrade POCSO Court Facilities
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 28 Sep 2026, 05:59 AM
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The Kerala High Court has directed the state government to ensure that POCSO courts are equipped with adequate facilities. The order aims to improve the functioning of special courts dealing with child sexual offences cases.
The Kerala High Court has issued a directive to the state government to ensure that POCSO courts have adequate infrastructure and facilities. The order specifically concerns courts functioning under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, which require proper setup to handle sensitive cases efficiently. The state administration is now expected to comply with the directive and take necessary steps to upgrade the facilities at these special courts.