KOCHI: Minister P Rajeev on Monday visited the parents of the five-year-old child who was murdered in Aluva. The minister assured the girl's parents that the government will ensure maximum punishment for the accused. The minister reached the girl's house near the Thaikkattukara garage in Aluva at 7.30 pm on Monday.

"The government is with the child's family. The government has transferred Rs 1 lakh to the mothers of the POCSO victims through their bank accounts. Locals have pointed out that there are several dangerous vacant areas in Aluva. We will immediately instruct the concerned institutions to pay special attention to such places and make necessary arrangements," Rajeev said.

"The process of registration of migrant workers will be strengthened. Inspections will be made widespread under the leadership of the Excise Department in order to prevent the use of drugs among migrant workers. Inspections will also be strengthened in workers' camps under the leadership of the labour department. The government is making a comprehensive intervention to identify the culprits early and take the necessary steps. However, all migrant workers should not be seen as criminals," the minister added.