CWC inquiry finds more children ‘abused’ at worship centre in Kerala’s Pathanamthitta (opens original article in a new tab)

A Child Welfare Committee inquiry found that more children at a Christian worship centre in Kerala had been abused, with staff members facing charges of assault and exploitation.

• CWC inquiry found more children at Kerala's worship centre had similar abuse experiences
• Three staff members of Elohim Global Worship Centre face assault charges
• Children were promised education and jobs but forced to work without pay
• Centre was closed after allegations, with some children rescued and injured