Minor detained in alleged sexual assault case involving Tibetan Girl in Odisha’s Gajapati

A minor boy has been detained by police in connection with an alleged sexual assault on a seven-year-old Tibetan girl in the Chandragiri outpost area under Mohana police station in Odisha’s Gajapati district.

Police officials confirmed that the accused is a minor Odia student from the same locality. A case has been registered based on a complaint lodged by the victim’s family, and the boy has been detained for questioning.

Incident Details

According to police sources, the incident allegedly took place when the child’s parents had gone to attend a family function. The accused minor is alleged to have taken advantage of the situation and committed the offence. After being informed of the incident, the girl’s family approached the police and filed a formal complaint.

Following the complaint, police initiated legal proceedings and took the minor into custody. Authorities said the accused will be produced before the Juvenile Justice Board, as mandated under the law.

Background and Sensitivity of the Case

Sources said the victim’s family had earlier extended support to the accused minor on several occasions, including assistance related to education and financial matters, which has added sensitivity to the case.

The girl is scheduled to be presented before the District Child Welfare Committee for necessary care and support. The Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) also visited the area and supervised the investigation.

Community Context

The Tibetan community in Chandragiri has been residing in the region since 1963, after their settlement was facilitated by the Government of India and the Odisha government following their displacement from Tibet. Officials said this is reportedly the first such incident involving the community in the area, making the case particularly sensitive.

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Police stated that the investigation is ongoing and assured that all procedures will be followed strictly under the Juvenile Justice Act and child protection laws.