Dhubri, February 22, 2024: In a Historic Verdict on February 22, 2024, Monirul Islam alias Raju, a Chatapara village resident, faced justice as the Court of Additional Sessions Judge cum Special Judge, POCSO, Bilasipara, convicted him for the rape of a minor girl. The verdict imposes a 21 year prison sentence and a Rs. 10,000 fine, sending a stern message against crimes targeting minors.
Monirul Islam, known as Raju, residing in Chatapara village under the jurisdiction of Bilasipara Police Station, received a decisive 21-year prison sentence and a Rs. 10,000 fine for the rape of a two-year-old girl. The influential decision by Special Judge Mukul Chetia, dated February 22, 2024, underscores the severity of the crime.
Special Judge Mukul Chetia declared Monirul Islam guilty of violating multiple provisions of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act and the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The comprehensive judgment details the defendant’s harsh imprisonment and financial penalties for the heinous act.
Monirul Islam faced a Section 6 conviction under the POCSO Act, resulting in a 21-year rigorous imprisonment sentence and a Rs. 10,000 fine, as outlined in the judgment witnessed by ten individuals in the court. The severity of the sentence underscores the court’s commitment to justice.
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Tapan Kumar Bhattacharjee, additional Public Prosecutor, POCSO, presented a concise case, revealing that on October 17, 2019, a complainant filed a report with the Officer-in-Charge of Bilasipara police station. The grievous complaint detailed the forceful rape of his two-year-old daughter by Monirul Islam, leading to the registration of Case No. 1107/19 under various Sections of IPC.
The culmination of the case, on February 22, 2024, emphasized the gravity of Monirul Islam’s crime. The material in the case diary and statements recorded by the Court of Additional Sessions Judge cum Special Judge, POCSO, Bilasipara, served as crucial evidence in ensuring justice for the victim. The stringent punishment handed down by the court sends a resounding message that crimes against minors will not be tolerated in.
