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Crime
Minor Girl Found Pregnant in Shelter Home, Authorities Probe
✍️ Kanak News Odisha
🗓 08 Sep 2026, 03:03 PM
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A minor residing in a shelter home was discovered to be pregnant, prompting police and child welfare officials to launch an investigation.
Police officials said the pregnancy was detected during a routine health check at the shelter home. The minor, whose identity has been withheld, is currently receiving medical care while social workers assess her situation.
The incident has triggered a joint investigation by the local police and the State Child Welfare Committee to determine how the pregnancy occurred and whether any criminal offence, such as statutory rape, is involved.
Under Indian law, sexual activity with a person below 18 years is a punishable offence, and shelter homes are required to provide a safe environment for children. Authorities have pledged to ensure the girl's safety and to review the shelter's supervision protocols.
The incident has triggered a joint investigation by the local police and the State Child Welfare Committee to determine how the pregnancy occurred and whether any criminal offence, such as statutory rape, is involved.
Under Indian law, sexual activity with a person below 18 years is a punishable offence, and shelter homes are required to provide a safe environment for children. Authorities have pledged to ensure the girl's safety and to review the shelter's supervision protocols.