Guwahati, July 21 -- The Arunachal Pradesh State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (SCPCR) on Monday praised the state government for approving model guidelines under Section 39 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, calling it a landmark step toward strengthening support systems for survivors of child sexual abuse.

In an official statement, the Commission commended Chief Minister Pema Khandu and the Department of Women and Child Development for their proactive role in framing the guidelines.

The Commission stated that the new framework would provide much-needed psychological, emotional, and legal assistance to child survivors as they navigate the justice system.

Describing the move as "historic and pro...