Gauhati High Court Sets February 2025 Deadline For State To Notify Draft Rules & Child Protection Policy

The Gauhati High Court heard a PIL regarding the Assam government's child protection policy and issued a directive for the implementation of better child protection laws. The petition called for a more robust framework to protect children from abuse and exploitation. The Court recognized the inadequacy of existing protections and urged the state to take immediate action to strengthen its child protection systems. The ruling emphasizes the state's duty to safeguard vulnerable children and ensures that policies are in place to prevent and address child abuse and neglect.