Eight-year-old girl raped by two minors in Uttar Pradesh’s Shamli

An eight-year-old girl was allegedly raped by two minor boys in Shamli, Uttar Pradesh. Police have registered a case under the BNS and POCSO Act, and the accused are currently in custody.
Why it matters
This incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding child safety and the implementation of stringent legal protections for minors in India.
An eight-year-old girl was allegedly raped by two minor boys here, police said on Monday (July 6, 2026).
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