Archive · 18 Jun 2025
Bombay HC Orders Probe Into 2012 Children's Home Party
The High Court is reopening an investigation into a party held at a children's home in 2012.
The party allegedly had bar dancers and alcohol, and the court is upset that previous inquiries didn't lead to any action.
A woman filed a case about this party and also about the home.
Now, a new investigation will happen to figure out what went on.
If anyone did something wrong, they could face consequences.
Bombay High Court ordered a fresh probe into a 2012 New Year's Eve party at a children's home.
The party allegedly involved bar dancers, alcohol, and cash, with 25 girls with special needs present.
Activist Sangeeta Punekar filed a PIL in 2014, citing the incident and the lack of action taken.
A three-member panel previously investigated, but no action followed, prompting court's concern.
The Commissioner of Persons with Disabilities will conduct the new probe, with findings to be acted upon within three months.
- Who
- The court is responding to a PIL filed by activist Sangeeta Punekar.
- What
- The Bombay High Court ordered a fresh probe into a New Year's Eve party held in 2012 at a children's home.
- When
- The court ordered a new probe on Monday, into an event from December 31, 2012.
- Where
- The party happened at a home for children with special needs in Mankhurd, Mumbai.
- Why
- The court ordered a new probe due to lack of action on the previous investigation and concerns over the welfare of the children.
Petitioner's Concerns
Authorities' Response
Failure to act
Petitioner's Concerns
Sangeeta Punekar argued for criminal action against those involved and better safety measures for children.
Authorities' Response
The authorities failed to take action despite an earlier inquiry.
- Court
- Bombay High Court
- Event
- New Year's Eve party
- Year of Incident
- 2012
- Location
- Mankhurd, Mumbai
- Petitioner
- Sangeeta Punekar
- Action
- Fresh probe ordered