
Bhopal's Pyare Miyan Sentenced to Life Imprisonment for Sexual Exploitation
What Happened?
A special POCSO court in Bhopal sentenced 78-year-old Pyare Miyan to life imprisonment in ten cases of sexual exploitation involving five minors. He was also fined ₹77.64 lakh.
Key points
- Pyare Miyan was found guilty of raping and sexually exploiting five minors.
- He lured the girls with promises of a job paying ₹10,000 per month.
- The incidents reportedly began in 2014.
- His accomplice, Rabia B, received a 20-year prison sentence.
- The case came to light during counseling on July 11, 2020.
- The court imposed a fine of ₹77.64 lakh on Pyare Miyan.
Key insights
- The ruling may encourage more victims to come forward and report similar crimes.
- Increased awareness about the POCSO Act could lead to stricter enforcement.
- The case underscores the need for better protection for minors against exploitation.
Why it matters
This case highlights the serious issue of sexual exploitation of minors in India.
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Source
India Today


