DLSA Ranchi Steps In to Support Survivor; Girl Admitted to Residential School After Counselling to Secure Her Educational Future
Ranchi, November 13, 2026: A serious case of alleged sexual assault involving a 15-year-old girl from Bundu, Ranchi, has come to light. The girl's mother's alleged lover is accused of raping her. Following the incident, the girl's health deteriorated and she was brought to RIMS for treatment. The mother is also alleged to have attempted to conceal the incident and instructed the girl not to disclose the truth if anyone questioned her.
According to the information, the girl was living at her maternal grandmother's house and pursuing her studies, while her mother was working in Namkum. Her father had passed away earlier. After a Paralegal Volunteer (PLV) came to know about the incident, the matter was reported to the police. Subsequently, an FIR was registered against the accused under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. The accused has been arrested.
DLSA Ranchi Takes Initiative to Secure the Girl's Future
After receiving treatment, the girl was shifted to Premashray in Chutia for shelter and care. Considering the seriousness of the matter, the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Ranchi, took special steps under the directions of Justice Sujit Narayan Prasad, Executive Chairman of JHALSA, and under the guidance of JHALSA Member Secretary Ranjana Asthana and Ranchi Judicial Commissioner Anil Kumar Mishra-I.
The DLSA Secretary and Deputy Legal Aid Defence Counsel (LADC) visited Premashray and conducted several hours of counselling with the girl. During the counselling, she expressed her desire to continue her education and also stated that she did not wish to return home with her mother.
Taking her wishes and future into consideration, the DLSA Secretary contacted the District Education Officer and arranged her admission to a residential school, ensuring that she could continue her education in a safe environment.
Accused Arrested; Free Legal Aid Available Through DLSA
DLSA Ranchi also reviewed the progress of the police investigation. The accused has been arrested. The initiative aims to provide the survivor with safety, emotional support and educational opportunities to help her rebuild her future.
The DLSA Secretary Rakesh Raushan has appealed to the public to inform the authority if any child in their neighbourhood or community is facing similar difficulties or requires legal assistance. People can visit the DLSA Ranchi office and submit an application for assistance. Free legal aid is also available through the toll-free helpline number **15100**.
