Supreme Court asks two hospitals to pay ₹12 lakh to father of deceased child rape victim
- Posted on August 7, 2026
- By The Hindu
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In brief
India's Supreme Court has mandated financial compensation of ₹12 lakh to the father of a deceased child who was a victim of sexual assault, holding two medical institutions accountable for their role in the case. This landmark decision emphasizes institutional responsibility in protecting vulnerable populations and is part of broader judicial efforts to establish comprehensive protocols for assisting crime victims throughout the legal process.
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Supreme Court asks two hospitals to pay ₹12 lakh to father of deceased child rape victim
Supreme Court orders two hospitals to pay ₹12 lakh to deceased child's father and plans guidelines for handling crime victims.
