Delhi High Court Issues Directions To Prevent Delay In Releasing Compensation To POCSO Survivors

The Delhi High Court issued guidelines to expedite the disbursal of compensation to survivors of sexual assault under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. The Court noted that delays in compensation payments cause further distress to victims and directed the authorities to streamline the process. This ruling underscores the judiciary’s commitment to ensuring timely relief for vulnerable individuals.