According to the police, the incident took place on November 25 at a private school, but the victim, a class ninth student, approached police on November 28. The juvenile accused is currently absconding.
The girl alleged that the accused boy, who studied in the same school, took her to an isolated place of the school and raped her on November 25. She also accused the boy of stalking her for the last few days, police said.
However, school authorities were unaware about the incident till December 2, when the police first approached the school for age verification of the accused and the girl.
Police said that since the matter has come to light, boy is absconding. The official added that a case under sections of rape and Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) has been registered at Prashant Vihar police station and further investigation is on.
You’ve reached your limit of {{free_limit}} free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Exclusive premium stories online
Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors


Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share


Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor


Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements


Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app
