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The Kerala State Commission for Protection of Child Rights has registered a case following a complaint that an Anganwadi worker physically assaulted a three-year-old child at Anganwadi No. 98 in Kulamada, Kollam.
According to the child’s parent’s complaint, the worker allegedly struck the child on his hand and severely pinched his ears after he accidentally urinated in his pants. The parent reported that the child remains under severe emotional distress due to the incident, adding that similar complaints had previously been raised against the same worker. Crucial evidence, including hospital records, a detailed medical report from the examining doctor, and photographs documenting the child’s injuries, was submitted alongside the formal complaint.
Taking serious note of the incident, the child rights panel has sought detailed reports and explanations from key officials, including the District Police Chief (Kollam City), Parippally Station House Officer (SHO) and the District Child Protection Officer.
Published – November 11, 2026 12:32 pm IST
