Pakistan reports over 17,000 child abuse and sexual offence cases in 2025
Most outlets led with the total number of child abuse and sexual offence cases reported in Pakistan in 2025, citing the figure as 17,348. They also highlighted that Punjab accounted for the majority of cases and noted the age and gender distribution of victims, with most victims being girls aged 11 to 17. The Nation provided additional context by mentioning the National Commission on the Rights of Child (NCRC) as the source of the data.
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Over 17,000 child abuse, sexual offence cases reported in Pakistan in 2025
More than 17,000 cases involving child abuse and sexual offences were registered across Pakistan in 2025, with Punjab accounting for nearly three-fourths of the total, according to data compiled by the National Commission on the Rights of Child (NCRC).
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Pakistan reports more than 17,000 child sexual abuse cases in 2025
Pakistan recorded 17,348 child abuse and sexual crime cases in 2025, with Punjab reporting the highest number. Most victims were girls, while 86% of cases involved children aged 11 to 17.
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