Assam: Minor Domestic Help Allegedly Physically Assaulted in Hojai

GUWAHATI: In a disturbing incident, a minor girl working as a domestic help was allegedly subjected to physical assault in Hojai district.

The incident occurred in Hojai's Bhuyanpatty locality on a night in the past week, with sources revealing that the victim is a 16-year-old girl who was employed as a domestic worker in the household where the assault took place. The identity of the house owner responsible for the assault has not yet been disclosed.

The family members of the minor girl have alleged that the assault was triggered because she did not report to work on that particular day.

Tragically, a 7-year-old girl, who is believed to be the victim's younger sister, also suffered injuries during the incident.

After the assault, the young girl was initially admitted to the Hojai FRU, but was later transferred to Jurapukhuri Civil Hospital for further medical attention, according to reports.

In response to the incident, a First Information Report (FIR) has been registered. The Hojai Police have launched a comprehensive investigation into the matter to determine the circumstances and those responsible for the alleged assault.

Last week, in a distressing incident, a minor girl, reportedly 16 years old, has allegedly been subjected to rape in the town of Kokrajhar, Assam. The accused is said to have drugged the victim before committing the heinous act. The police acted swiftly, apprehending the accused, identified as Anowar Hussain, last night. A case has been registered under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act at the Kokrajhar police station. Subsequently, the victim underwent a medical examination, with doctors confirming the occurrence of sexual assault.

Meanwhile, the accused, who cited health issues, has been admitted to a local hospital in Kokrajhar. However, there is a likelihood that he will be discharged soon and taken into police custody. Condemning the incident, the All Adivasi Students Association (AASA) has demanded stringent action against the perpetrator, expressing concerns about the vulnerability of girls from tribal communities to such crimes. Local AASA leader, Salim Minz, emphasized the need for authorities to deliver appropriate punishment to the accused, with the hope that such a grave crime is deterred in the future.

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