Posted 11/23/2023, 4:09:19 PM
Karnataka Issues Arrest Warrant Against NCPCR Chief For Inspecting Allegedly Illegal Bengaluru Orphanage
- Karnataka government issued non-bailable warrant against NCPCR chief Priyank Kanoongo for inspecting illegal orphanage in Bengaluru
- Kanoongo found poor conditions at orphanage - 8 children per 100 sq ft room, no TV/toys, outdated education
- Case filed against Kanoongo under non-bailable sections after he issued notice over violations
- Kanoongo alleges Karnataka suppressing NCPCR for talking about rights of poor children
- NCPCR sent notices to States to close all illegal unregistered orphanages running in their jurisdiction