Madhya Pradesh HC Orders Relocation of 17 Year Old Pregnant Rape Victim Living with Accused-Lover

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has ordered police to move a 17-year-old pregnant rape victim from the accused’s house, where she claimed a relationship, declaring that, as a minor, she cannot legally stay there.

Justice Vishal Mishra directed that the minor be handed over to her parents or, if they decline, placed in Nari Niketan.

The Court noted her pregnancy has crossed 26 weeks, and she must receive proper care. Since she refused an abortion and was medically unfit, the Court declined further intervention and closed the matter.

The writ petition was registered suo motu on a reference made by the special judge of the POCSO court.