The Dharavi police rescued 35 missing minor girls in 2023, registering a 100 per cent detection rate. “We have to be vigilant when it comes to minor girls as they are preyed upon by predators. Once we register a complaint, we get into action mode. With the help of human intelligence and technical investigation, we can track them. Our teams are dedicated to finding the girls and ensuring they are in safe hands,” said Senior PI Raju Bidkar of the Dharavi police.

On December 27, the police rescued a 14-year-old girl who had boarded a train after running away from home. “The family approached the police station and registered a complaint. Without any delay we acted and rescued her in 12 hours,” said an officer. According to the police, the teen was distressed due to family issues and called her relatives, stating that she wanted to go back to her village.