Scandal Unfolds: Newborns Illegally Sold in Jharkhand
Two male newborns were allegedly sold in Jharkhand's Gumla district, sparking a police investigation into illegal adoption practices. An FIR was filed against seven individuals, with five identified so far. The babies were safely recovered and handed over to the Child Welfare Committee.
- Country:
- India
In a shocking revelation, two male newborns were reportedly sold in Jharkhand's Gumla district, authorities disclosed on Wednesday.
Local police have lodged an FIR implicating seven suspects in the illegal transaction, with five having been identified. Two babies have since been recovered from the neighboring areas.
After initial investigations indicated procedural breaches in adoption practices, officials launched a full-scale inquiry into the matter, emphasizing a need for stringent adherence to legal guidelines.
(With inputs from agencies.)
- READ MORE ON:
- Jharkhand
- newborns
- sold
- illegal
- adoption
- FIR
- police
- recovered
- investigation
- Child Welfare
Advertisement
ALSO READ
Progress in Gaza Peace Talks: A Ceasefire on the Horizon
US Expands Trade Blacklist, Targeting Chinese Firms Tied to Iranian Drone Supply
Jharkhand's Tribute: Educational and Healthcare Initiatives for Police Martyrs
2 persons arrested in connection with attack on BJP lawmakers in flood-hit north Bengal: Police.
Assam CM's wife files case against MLA Akhil Gogoi for alleging her firm took part in festival in Singapore where Zubeen Garg died.
Google News