20-Year Prison Sentence for Rapist in Odisha's Mayurbhanj District

In a significant ruling, a court in Mayurbhanj, Odisha, has sentenced a 30-year-old man to 20 years in prison for the rape of a 14-year-old girl. The incident, which took place in January 2022, has led to a fine and a substantial compensation order for the victim. This case highlights the ongoing efforts to address sexual crimes against minors in India. Read on for more details about the court's decision and the implications for justice in such cases.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 17, 2025, 08:48 IST

Justice Served in Mayurbhanj

A court in Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, has sentenced a man to 20 years in prison for the rape of a teenage girl. The judge of the POCSO court, Pratima Patro, also imposed a fine of ₹50,000 on the 30-year-old convict.

According to Special Public Prosecutor Abhin Kumar Patnaik, the incident occurred on January 16, 2022, when the 14-year-old girl was attacked while she was in the nearby forest for a bathroom break.

Following a complaint lodged by the girl's father at the Jashipur police station, the accused was apprehended. He faced charges under various sections of the Indian Penal Code and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. The court has also ordered the District Legal Services Authority to provide ₹7 lakh as compensation to the victim.