Jaynagar rape and murder: Calcutta High Court directs autopsy at AIIMS, addition of POSCO charges

In a tragic case involving the rape and murder of a nine-year-old girl in Jaynagar, the Calcutta High Court ordered that the autopsy be conducted at AIIMS, Kalyani. The court mandated that the relevant provisions of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act be invoked by the police. The High Court noted the initial investigation indicated signs of sexual assault, necessitating the application of appropriate legal statutes. Additionally, it directed the presence of a Judicial Magistrate during the autopsy to ensure transparency and to keep the victim's parents informed throughout the process.