Mumbai, often called the city of dreams, is facing a deeply disturbing reality. In just seven months, 145 children have been reported missing, out of which 93 are girls. These numbers have raised serious concern among families, child rights activists, and law enforcement agencies across the city.
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The Alarming Data
According to police records and media reports, between June and December, 145 cases of missing children were registered in Mumbai. What is especially worrying is that more than 60 percent of the missing children are girls.
Even more shocking is the recent surge in cases. 82 children went missing within a span of just 36 days, between November 1 and December 6. This sudden rise indicates a growing and urgent problem that cannot be ignored.
Cases have been reported from several areas of Mumbai, including Kurla Village, Powai, Vakola, Malwani, and Sakinaka. This shows that the issue is widespread and not limited to any one locality.
May Be the Possible Reasons
- Human trafficking networks target vulnerable children, especially girls
- Influence of strangers through social media and online platforms
- Children running away due to family conflicts or lack of emotional support
- Academic pressure and fear of parents or teachers
- False promises of jobs, travel, or a better life
- Lack of awareness about personal and digital safety
- Poor monitoring of children’s online activity
- Children getting lost in crowded urban areas
- Weak early alert systems for missing children
- Delay in reporting missing cases to authorities
Disclaimer:
This article is based on publicly available news reports and official data sources. The information shared is for awareness purposes only. Investigations into the missing children cases are ongoing, and details may change as authorities release new updates. The article does not intend to accuse any individual, group, or organization.
