NewsFlash Daily™
01 May 
Explosive data reveals over 1,300 minor pregnancy cases in Mandya; only 674 POCSO cases filed, illegal diagnostic centres under scanner
Mandya: In a deeply alarming revelation, Mandya district has reported a staggering 1,354 cases of minor pregnancies over the last five years, raising serious concerns about child safety, law enforcement gaps, and public health failures. The shocking data, sourced from the government’s RCH (Reproductive and Child Health) portal, has triggered widespread outrage and urgent calls for accountability.
Half the Cases Missing Legal Action
Out of the total 1,354 reported cases, only 674 cases have been registered under the POCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offences) Act, exposing a disturbing gap in legal action. This means that more than 50% of cases have not resulted in FIRs, leaving many incidents unexplained and uninvestigated.
Experts point to child marriages, exploitative relationships, and sexual abuse as key contributing factors behind the rising number of pregnancies among girls aged 14 to 18 years. The data raises serious questions about the implementation of child protection laws and the efficiency of local authorities.
Lokayukta Raid Exposes Illegal Scanning Network
The situation took a more serious turn when Lokayukta officials conducted raids on two private diagnostic centres in K.R. Pete, uncovering a shocking illegal scanning racket. Investigations revealed that 31 pregnant minor girls were subjected to unauthorised scans, violating strict medical and legal guidelines.
This development suggests that an organised network of illegal medical practices may be operating within the district, further complicating the issue and facilitating the concealment of crimes.
“The findings suggest systemic lapses and possible collusion, demanding immediate and strict intervention,” sources close to the investigation stated.
Disturbing History of Female Foeticide in Mandya
Mandya district has previously been at the centre of controversy involving female foeticide cases, which had shocked the entire state of Karnataka. Investigations had revealed that illegal gender detection and foeticide activities were being carried out in houses, farm areas, and even health quarters.
Police probes had further uncovered that the network extended up to Mysuru, eventually leading to the arrest of the kingpin behind the operations. The recurrence of such disturbing trends now, in the form of rising minor pregnancies, indicates deep-rooted systemic and social issues.
