From Harm To Healing : Victim Support and Compensation

SUCCESS STORY OF VICTIM “R.A ”  @ “Z”

Background of the Case

Victim “R.A” @ “Z”, aged 12 year at the time of the incident, was forcefully taken and made to enter into a marital relationship with the accused, resulting in pregnancy and the birth of a female child. After one year, she approached the police station and FIR was registered against the accused under Section 363/366/376 IPC and Section 6 POCSO Act. The matter was taken up before the Hon’ble Court at Tis Hazari, Central District, Delhi.

I. Counseling and mental support: –
The victim was referred for counselling on 21.08.2025,  A structured, multi –phase therapeutic approach was initiated to address psychological distress and support emotional recovery.

II. Medical and Financial Challenges: –
The victim faced grave physical and emotional trauma after incident and living without financial resources. Victim is now married , a homemaker and mother of three minor children, her husband earning below ₹5,000 per month as a daily wage labourer . Due to these conditions, she remained dependent on the support extended through legal aid and victim assistance schemes.

III. Intervention: –
The Hon’ble Court considered her case and awarded  final compensation of ₹10,50,000/-, with scheduled disbursement to ensure sustained financial support. The immediate release of ₹2,62,500/- enabled her access to medical care and safe accommodation for herself and her children.

IV. Proceedings of the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board: –
The Victim Impact Assessment Report confirmed her vulnerability, lack of education, poor financial background, and urgent need for rehabilitation. The Hon’ble Court emphasized that the victim had suffered severe physical and psychological trauma and required rehabilitation measures, particularly since she had to care her children. The compensation order was passed in compliance of judgment of Hon’ble High Court of Delhi in X vs. State of NCT of Delhi to ensuring maximum benefit to the victim.

V. Outcome and Current Status: –
Through legal intervention and counselling, the victim received financial & psychological assistance which enabled her to stabilize her life. The proactive intervention of Cenral DLSA at Tis Hazari Court ensured that the victim  receive compensation without delay, which enabled her to afford necessary  facilities for both herself and her children. As of now, the victim is living a healthy and dignified life with her children. She has successfully overcome significant emotional and socio- economic challenges.