Cabinet approves continuation of the Centrally Sponsored Scheme for Fast Track Special Courts (FTSCs) for expeditious trial of cases of rape and POCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offences) Act for a further period of five years (FY 2026-27 to FY 2030-31)

India, Nov. 4 -- The Government of India has issued a release:

Particulars

Date of launch

02.10.2019

Participating States/UTs

29

Total functional FTSCs including exclusive POCSO Courts

779 including 399 exclusive POCSO Courts

Total cases disposed of since inception of the Scheme

4,02,457

Proposed number of FTSCs under the extended Scheme

850

Approved continuation period

The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister, has approved the continuation of the Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS) for Fast Track Special Courts (FTSCs), including exclusive POCSO Courts, for a further period of five years i.e. from 01.04.2026 to 31.03.2031. The Scheme has a total financial outlay of Rs.3,788.04 crore (Central Share of Rs.2,353.15 crore and...