Uttarakhand sees 20% rise in crimes against children; NCRB data raises alarm over sexual abuse, kidnapping

Crimes against children in Uttarakhand rose sharply in 2024, with NCRB data showing a 20 percent increase compared to 2023. The state recorded 2,068 cases, raising serious concerns about child safety and law enforcement effectiveness amid rising incidents of sexual abuse, kidnapping, and child labor.

Dehradun: The National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) has released alarming figures showing a sharp rise in crimes against children in Uttarakhand during 2024. Compared to 2023, cases increased by nearly 20 percent, raising questions about law and order and the safety of minors in the state.

Police officials explained that the rise is due to two main factors: an actual increase in crimes and greater awareness among families, which has encouraged more victims to come forward. While awareness is positive, the figures underline the urgent need for stronger preventive measures.

According to NCRB data,........

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