Bengaluru: A fact-finding team from the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) visited Bengaluru on July 3 and 4 to investigate the alleged physical abuse of children at a daycare centre operating within the Capgemini campus in Brookefield.
The team, headed by Senior Technical Expert Paresh Shah and accompanied by Anshita Surana, Professional (Law), conducted an on-the-spot inquiry into the allegations that have sparked widespread concern over the safety of children in daycare facilities.
NCPCR launches independent inquiry
The visit follows the Commission taking suo motu cognisance of media reports on the alleged abuse. Under Section 13 of the Commission for Protection of Child Rights (CPCR) Act, 2005, the NCPCR has initiated an independent inquiry into the incident.
In a letter addressed to Bengaluru Urban Deputy Commissioner and District Magistrate P. S. Kantharaju, NCPCR Member Secretary Dr Sanjeev Sharma directed the district administration to conduct a comprehensive investigation into the case.
The Commission also sought full logistical support from the Karnataka government and the Bengaluru Urban district administration, including transportation and accommodation, to facilitate the team’s visit.
Authorities directed to examine daycare operations
The NCPCR has instructed the District Child Protection Unit, police, Labour Department and other concerned authorities to investigate the functioning of the daycare centre, assess its safety and security measures, and determine the circumstances that led to the alleged abuse.
Authorities have also been asked to verify whether the daycare centre complies with all statutory requirements and child protection norms before allowing it to continue operations.
Protection and counselling for affected children
The Commission has directed the district administration to ensure the immediate protection of the affected children, arrange medical examinations and counselling, and initiate legal action wherever necessary, including registering an FIR under relevant provisions of law.
It has also sought a detailed Action Taken Report within seven days, along with copies of the FIR, medical reports, statements of officials, and any photographic or video evidence collected during the investigation.
The inquiry comes as police continue to investigate the alleged abuse, with authorities reiterating that ensuring the safety and well-being of children remains their highest priority.