Sold For Marriage Twice, Missing Bengal Girl Rescued From Rajasthan

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A minor girl from West Bengal who was abducted and sold twice for illegal marriage was rescued by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) from Rajasthan. The girl, who had been missing from Bardhaman in West Bengal since August 2023, was found in Pali, Rajasthan.
Details of the Rescue
- Missing Since August 2023: The girl went missing after leaving home for tuition on August 9, 2023.
- Rescue in Rajasthan: The CBI rescued the girl from the residence of the accused persons in Pali, Rajasthan, on August 8.
- Arrests Made: Five accused individuals were arrested in connection with the case: Bharat Kumar, Jagdish Kumar, Mena Dapuben, Rata Ram, and Dilip Kumar.
Investigation and Background
- Human Trafficking Suspected: The CBI suspects this incident could be part of a bigger human trafficking network.
- False Affidavits: The girl was shown as a major in affidavits created for her marriage despite being a minor.
- Case History: The case was initially investigated by local police and the CID, West Bengal, before being transferred to the CBI by the High Court of Calcutta.
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