Kumar Ghimirey vs The State Of Sikkim

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellant under Section 5(m) read with Section 6 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012, and Section 341 of IPC, affirming the High Court's decision to enhance the sentence from seven years to ten years of rigorous imprisonment and a fine of Rs.5,000. The Court clarified that the offense committed was more severe than initially determined by the Special Judge, emphasizing the gravity of the crime against a minor. The judgment reinforces the stringent measures against sexual offenses under the POCSO Act.