Hyderabad

Hyderabad man convicted under POCSO to serve 20 years in prison

Md Dastagir was the victim's neighbour and repeatedly sexually exploited her under the pretext of love and marriage.

Md Dastagir

Hyderabad: A 28-year-old Hyderabad resident was convicted under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act by a sessions court in a 2021 case.

The court sentenced Md Dastagir to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment and a fine of Rs 10,000 for repeatedly sexually assaulting a minor girl, his neighbour, under the pretext of love and marriage.

The judge also ordered compensation of Rs 2 lakh to the victim.

This post was last modified on October 12, 2026 9:41 pm

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