Orissa high court issues strict directions to protect identity of sexual assault victims
TNN / May 06, 2026, 11:41 (IST)
Responding to the imperative for greater confidentiality, the Orissa High Court has enacted a stringent standing order to safeguard the identities of victims in sexual offense cases, consistent with the Supreme Court’s directives. Court officials, legal representatives, and registry teams are now tasked with the crucial responsibility of ensuring that all sensitive information is thoroughly redacted in filings and records.