Delhi Police Raid Succeeds
On Thursday night, the Delhi Police made a big move against a sex racket in Swaroop Nagar, outer North Delhi. During this raid to Rescue Women & minor, they freed four women and a 15-year-old girl. This operation followed a tip from a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO), which reported that women and girls were forced into sex work at this supposed brothel.
Who Was Involved?
The police identified three main suspects in this operation: Devesh Yadav, Arjun Kumar, and Bharti. To gather enough evidence, a police team, including women officers and NGO staffers named Shivam and Jyoti, planned a decoy operation.
The Decoy Operation
Shivam posed as a customer. He made an advance payment of Rs 1,000 using a QR code provided by the broker. Once he arrived at the address, he signaled to the police team, and they quickly moved in to raid the premises. Inside, they found five women and five men.
Interrogation and Findings
The police are now questioning five men. These include Yadav, Kumar, and three others named Sajid, Akhilesh, and Rajnish. Some of these men were identified as ‘customers’. During the questioning, three women shared that they had been hired by the suspects to provide sexual services.
Profiles of the Rescued Victims
The five women rescued include:
- A 35-year-old woman from Samaypur Badli
- A 50-year-old woman from Swaroop Nagar
- A 25-year-old woman from Shahbad Dairy
- A 52-year-old woman
- A 15-year-old girl
The minor has been sent to a shelter home in Bakhtawarpur. Here, she will get support from counselors who will help her during this difficult time.
Evidence Collected
During the raid, the police found some important evidence. They recovered 35 packets of condoms and a diary that contained the QR code used for payments. This shows that the operation was well-prepared. A medical examination revealed that one of the rescued women is pregnant.
Legal Actions Taken
The police have filed a case under several sections of the Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act at the Swaroop Nagar police station. This law has been in effect since 1956, highlighting the ongoing battle against sexual exploitation in India. The police later added charges under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (Pocso) Act and other relevant laws to ensure thorough legal action.
The Broader Context of Human Trafficking
Human trafficking has harmed Punjab for many years. Sadly, reports indicate an increase in trafficking cases. Individuals from rural areas often enter sex work under duress. In 2021, India ranked Chandigarh among the top cities for crimes against women, reporting 138 cases that year. This shows a serious societal concern about safety and exploitation.
What Needs to Be Done?
However, every community should be aware of the dangers of human trafficking. Education and awareness are key to stopping this horrible crime. Successful efforts to Rescue Women & Minor from such exploitation show why local governments, NGOs, and citizens must work together to protect vulnerable individuals.
Moreover, it’s important for everyone to understand how serious this issue is. By increasing awareness and supporting victims, we can help prevent further exploitation and create safer communities.
