Supreme Court
In a landmark hearing on April 21, 2025, the Supreme Court of India issued a stern directive to the Delhi Police, mandating immediate action to locate six missing newborn babies ensnared in a chilling child trafficking racket. The bench, led by Justices J.B. Pardiwala and R. Mahadevan, expressed deep concern over the escalating crisis of infant abductions in the national capital, emphasizing that such criminal networks pose a grave threat to society. The court’s intervention, prompted by a suo motu cognizance of a news report exposing the sale of newborns for Rs 5-10 lakh, underscores the urgency to dismantle these organized gangs operating within and beyond Delhi.
Supreme Court’s Stern Ultimatum
The Supreme Court grilled the Delhi Police on their investigative efforts, demanding a detailed action plan to apprehend the perpetrators, including the alleged kingpin, and rescue the abducted children. The bench highlighted the sophisticated nature of these trafficking networks, which leverage technology to coordinate operations, share victim details, and transfer funds across state borders. The court’s exasperation was evident as it criticized the police’s slow progress, with Justice Pardiwala noting that child traffickers, unlike murderers, repeatedly commit these heinous crimes, making them exceptionally dangerous.
Supreme Court's Tough Call
This directive follows the court’s earlier warning on April 15, 2025, urging stringent measures like suspending hospital licenses if newborns are abducted from medical facilities. The Supreme Court also called for broader systemic reforms to address the root causes, such as delays in legal adoption processes that fuel illegal markets. With a four-week deadline set for results, the Delhi Police face immense pressure to deliver justice, restore public trust, and reunite the missing infants with their families, marking a pivotal moment in India’s fight against child trafficking.
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