The Delhi High Court has issued a notice to the Delhi Police regarding a public interest litigation concerning missing persons in the national capital. The court noted two conflicting narratives in the media on this issue and stated that it will assess the actual situation after receiving responses from the concerned authorities. Apart from the Delhi Police, responses have been sought from the Union government, the city government, and the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB).
The court has scheduled further hearings on February 18 and inquired about any similar cases pending before the Supreme Court. Previously, the plea was brought before Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya for urgent listing, highlighting the alleged disappearance of around 800 individuals in Delhi during the initial weeks of January.
Following the National Human Rights Commission’s intervention, the Delhi Police have refuted claims of a sudden surge in missing children cases. They have cautioned against spreading false information and assured that the official data indicates a consistent number of missing persons over the past decade, with figures remaining stable despite population growth in the capital.
The police emphasized their commitment to child safety, urging the public not to believe rumors about a rise in missing children cases. They warned against spreading fear through misinformation and affirmed their dedication to providing round-the-clock service to locate missing or abducted children and reunite them with their families promptly.
