shot-button
Ganesh Chaturthi Ganesh Chaturthi
Home > Mumbai > Mumbai News > Article > Mumbai Police withdraws orders to take approval from high rank officials for registering POCSO molestation cases

Mumbai Police withdraws orders to take approval from high-rank officials for registering POCSO, molestation cases

Updated on: 12 July,2022 08:28 PM IST  |  Mumbai
mid-day online correspondent |

The order that was issued during the tenure of Ex- Mumbai Police Commissioner Sanjay Pandey laid down that its personnel had to get the nod of a deputy commissioner of police-rank official to register FIRs for molestation and cases under the stringent POCSO Act

Mumbai Police withdraws orders to take approval from high-rank officials for registering POCSO, molestation cases

Representation Pic

The Mumbai police on Tuesday withdrew its previous two orders for registration of FIRs under Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act and Molestation cases. The order that was issued during the tenure of Ex- Mumbai Police Commissioner Sanjay Pandey laid down that its personnel had to get the nod of a deputy commissioner of police-rank official to register FIRs for molestation and cases under the stringent POCSO Act. 


In a press note issued by the Mumbai Police on Tuesday, the police said that the two orders were being withdrawn. 



Also Read: Maharashtra: Three children drown in water-filled pit in Pune


The orders were issued on June 6 and 17 respectively by Sanjay Pandey, who had retired on June 30. The orders had been also previously criticised by several activists and even political leaders.

"Exciting news! Mid-day is now on WhatsApp Channels Subscribe today by clicking the link and stay updated with the latest news!" Click here!

Register for FREE
to continue reading !

This is not a paywall.
However, your registration helps us understand your preferences better and enables us to provide insightful and credible journalism for all our readers.

Mid-Day Web Stories

Mid-Day Web Stories

This website uses cookie or similar technologies, to enhance your browsing experience and provide personalised recommendations. By continuing to use our website, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy. OK