NEW DELHI: The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved continuation of the fast track special courts scheme for the next three years, till March 2026, for expeditious disposal of rape and Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (Pocso) Act cases.
The centrally sponsored scheme, which started in October 2019, will have a fresh allocation of Rs 1,952 crore, which includes states share of Rs 755 crore.The central share of Rs 1,200 crore will be contributed from theNirbhaya fund.
“Incidents involving the rape of girl child and women have deeply impacted the nation. The frequency of such incidents and the prolonged trials of offenders necessitated the establishment of a dedicated court system capable of expediting trials and delivering immediate relief to victims of sexual offenses,” the government said.
The centrally sponsored scheme, which started in October 2019, will have a fresh allocation of Rs 1,952 crore, which includes states share of Rs 755 crore.The central share of Rs 1,200 crore will be contributed from theNirbhaya fund.
“Incidents involving the rape of girl child and women have deeply impacted the nation. The frequency of such incidents and the prolonged trials of offenders necessitated the establishment of a dedicated court system capable of expediting trials and delivering immediate relief to victims of sexual offenses,” the government said.
