The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has initiated action based on a media report referencing Delhi Police data, which disclosed that 807 individuals went missing in Delhi in the first two weeks of January this year. Among the missing persons, there are 191 minors and 616 adults. While 235 individuals have been located, 572 are still unaccounted for. The NHRC has issued notices to the Chief Secretary of the Delhi government and the Commissioner of Police, Delhi, requesting a detailed report within two weeks, expressing concerns about potential human rights violations.
The media report from February 5, 2026, revealed that a total of 24,508 people were reported missing in Delhi in 2025, with nearly 60% being women. Although 15,421 missing persons were found, 9,087 cases remain unresolved. The report emphasized the increased risk faced by teenagers, with over 5,000 teenagers, including approximately 3,500 girls, going missing annually since 2016.
Contrary to reports suggesting a sudden surge in missing children cases, the Delhi Police denied such claims and cautioned against spreading fear through misinformation. Official data indicated a consistent number of missing persons, with figures remaining relatively stable between 23,000 and 24,000 annually since 2016, despite population growth in Delhi. The police reiterated their commitment to child safety and swift reunification with families, urging the public to disregard unfounded rumors.
