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Guwahati, Oct 30: An incident of alleged sexual assault has emerged in Kokrajhar district of Assam, involving a minor girl.
The victim, reportedly a 16-year-old, was allegedly drugged and raped by the accused.
In a recent development, the authorities apprehended the accused, identified as Anowar Hussain, last night.
Subsequently, a case has been registered under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offenses (POCSO) Act at the Kokrajhar police station. The victim has undergone a medical examination, which confirmed her ordeal as a case of sexual assault.
Meanwhile, the accused, Anowar Hussain, was admitted to a local hospital in Kokrajhar due to reported health issues.
The All Adivasi Students Association (AASA) has voiced its demand for stringent action against the alleged perpetrator.