9-year-old boy molested by seniors in school bus
New Delhi, Aug 7: A nine-year-old student of a private school was allegedly molested by his seniors thrice in their school bus here, police said on Tuesday.
A case has been registered under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.
Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police, Shahdara, Ved Prakash Surya said the incident happened in east Delhi's Vivek Vihar.
The victim, he said, has complained that three of his seniors harassed him. The three accused are students of Classes 7, 8 and 10.
"The kid has alleged that he was touched inappropriately and molested by his seniors on three days -- July 27, July 30, and on August 1 -- while going back home in the school bus.
"They used to take him to the back of the bus and touch his private parts," Surya said.
He said the kid was traumatized by their behaviour and had locked himself in a room.
"After he revealed the incidents to his mother, she filed a police complaint on Monday evening," the police officer said, adding that an investigation is on.
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NRI Kannadiga community should achieve greater accomplishments: Dr. Arathi Krishna
Bahrain: Dr. Arathi Krishna, Vice President of the Non-Resident Indian (NRI) Forum, Government of Karnataka, participated as the Guest of Honour at the prestigious Global Women’s Economic Forum and Exhibition held on January 13, 2025 in Bahrain.
The international event, known for its pivotal role in empowering women entrepreneurs and professionals, provided a unique platform for showcasing business innovations and fostering leadership among women.
During the event, Dr. Krishna emphasized the significance of women’s contributions to entrepreneurship and technological advancements. She noted that the forum's dynamic workshops, panel discussions, and expert speeches offered specialized insights into innovative practices, financial management, and the adoption of new technologies. These knowledge-sharing opportunities are designed to support emerging women entrepreneurs, enabling them to thrive in a competitive global marketplace.
Highlighting the transformative power of such initiatives, Dr. Krishna remarked on the growing achievements of women entrepreneurs in traditionally male-dominated sectors. She acknowledged that the event not only celebrated success stories from across the globe but also inspired young women to pursue entrepreneurship and leadership roles. The participation of women-led businesses from diverse nations underscored the universal nature of entrepreneurial spirit and innovation.
Dr. Krishna also engaged in thoughtful discussions with successful women leaders and interacted with representatives of various Kannada associations in Bahrain. She reiterated her appeal to the global NRI Kannada community to strive for excellence and greater accomplishments in their respective fields.
