Child Rights Commission Visits Sexual Assault Victim in Eluru

On May 11, 2026, officials from the Andhra Pradesh State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (APSCPCR) conducted an official visit to Eluru to meet with a minor girl who was allegedly sexually abused by a pastor. The delegation was led APSCPCR chairperson Vetukuri A.V.S. Suryanarayana Raju and included member V. Gandhi Babu. During the visit, the commissioners consulted with medical professionals to assess the victim's current health condition and recovery status. They also met with the victim's family, offering assurances of full government support and protection throughout the legal and healing processes. The commission was accompanied by several key local officials, including Women Development and Child Welfare Department Joint Director Sujatha Rani, Eluru District Project Director Sarada, and District Child Protection Officer Ch. Surya Chakraveni. This intervention highlights the state authorities' response to serious crimes against children, emphasizing institutional oversight and victim welfare in the aftermath of the alleged assault. The visit underscores the collaborative effort between state-level commissions and district-level administrative bodies to ensure justice and safety for vulnerable minors in Andhra Pradesh.