Brahmapur Police Files Chargesheet in POCSO Case Involving Two Minor Sisters; Action Taken Over Alleged Intimidation of Victims
Brahmapur, November 10, 2026:Brahmapur Police have reiterated their commitment to ensuring justice, safety and protection for two minor sisters who were allegedly subjected to sexual abuse within their family.
The assurance comes amid the circulation of a video of the two sisters on social media, in which they have reportedly expressed severe mental distress and appealed for justice following the grant of bail to the accused by the competent court.
According to a statement issued by Brahmapur Police, Gosaninuagaon Police Station registered Case No. 321/2026 on August 26, 2026, under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the POCSO Act, following a complaint alleging sexual abuse of the minor sisters within their family.
During the investigation, the statements of the victims were recorded under Section 180 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) through audio-visual means and subsequently before the learned Magistrate under Section 183 BNSS. The accused was arrested and remanded to judicial custody by the Court of the Additional District Judge-cum-Special Judge (POCSO), Berhampur.
Police also coordinated with the Child Welfare Committee (CWC) to ensure shelter and protection for the victims. A team from the Directorate of Forensic Science Laboratory (DFSL) visited the crime scene, while relevant exhibits were forwarded to the Regional Forensic Science Laboratory (RFSL) for examination. Medical reports were collected, and an application was submitted to the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) for victim compensation.
After completing the investigation, police submitted Charge Sheet No. 322 dated October 21, 2026, before the learned Special Court (POCSO), Berhampur, within the stipulated period.
Second Case Over Alleged Threats and Intimidation
In a subsequent development, Gosaninuagaon Police registered another case, No. 404/2026, dated October 16, 2026, following a second complaint alleging that family members had attempted to intimidate, assault and forcibly confine the victims at their residence to pressure them into withdrawing the POCSO case.
The case was registered under Sections 296, 115(2), 74, 232 and 3(5) of the BNS. Following examination under Section 180 BNSS, notices under Section 35(3) BNSS were served on three accused persons.
The investigation has been entrusted to the SDPO, Town, for supervision and is expected to be completed shortly, according to police.
Victims Express Distress Following Grant of Bail.
On November 9, 2026, the two victims reportedly expressed their anguish over the bail granted to the accused by the Hon’ble Court and appealed for justice, conveying their extreme mental distress.
Taking note of their concerns, police stated that the matter is being enquired into and all necessary measures are being undertaken to ensure their safety, protection, counselling and legal assistance.
Brahmapur Police have categorically stated that any attempt to intimidate, threaten or pressurise the victims or witnesses will be dealt with strictly in accordance with the law.
A Message Society Must Not Ignore
This case raises an important question that society cannot afford to overlook: Are victims of sexual abuse able to live without fear after reporting a crime?
The courage of minor victims in coming forward and reporting alleged abuse must never be undermined by intimidation, social pressure or threats from anyone. The responsibility of society, families, institutions and law-enforcement agencies does not end with the registration of an FIR or submission of a chargesheet. Ensuring the victims’ continued safety, dignity, emotional recovery and access to justice is equally important.
Grant of bail by a competent court is a judicial process and must be respected. However, bail must never be treated as permission to threaten, influence or intimidate victims and witnesses. Any such allegation deserves prompt and impartial investigation.
Children who report sexual abuse need protection, not pressure; compassion, not humiliation; and justice, not silence.
The larger message is clear: Protect the child, support the survivor and never llow fear to silence the voice of justice.
Odishabarta appeals to the public and social media users not to circulate the video, photographs, names or any identifying details of the minor victims. Their privacy and dignity must be protected in accordance with the law.
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