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Hans India
01-08-2025
- Hans India
'Operation Milap': 142 missing children, adults reunited by South-West Delhi Police in July
New Delhi: In a remarkable display of dedication and compassion, the South-West District Police successfully traced and reunited 142 missing individuals, including 61 children and 81 adults, with their families during the month of July under 'Operation Milap'. Between July 1 and July 31, the police launched intensive search operations immediately upon receiving reports of missing or kidnapped individuals. Their efforts included local enquiries, CCTV surveillance, and outreach at bus stands, railway stations, and public transport hubs. Information was also gathered from drivers, conductors, vendors, and local informers. Records of nearby police stations and hospitals were thoroughly examined to aid the search. According to Delhi Police, from January 1 to July 31, 2025, the district police have reunited a total of 801 missing people, comprising 258 children and 543 adults. Key police stations played a pivotal role during July as Police Station (PS) Kapashera traced 8 children and 15 adults; Anti-Human Trafficking Unit (AHTU) teams recovered 22 children and 1 adult; PS Sagarpur reunited 9 children and 9 adults; and PS Palam Village traced 3 children and 15 adults. PS Vasant Kunj South and PS Delhi Cantt each reunited 10 and 9 missing people respectively, alongside missing children. Other stations, including Kishangarh, Vasant Kunj North, R.K. Puram, S.J. Enclave, Vasant Vihar, Sarojini Nagar, and South Campus, contributed significantly, collectively reuniting dozens more individuals with their families. 'Under 'Operation Milap', South-West District Police reaffirmed their commitment to public service by ensuring the safe return of 142 missing individuals to their homes. Their compassionate approach, coupled with methodical investigations and swift action, brought hope and relief to many grieving families,' said DCP Amit Goel, South-West District. Under 'Operation Milap', the police combined compassion with methodical investigation, bringing comfort and closure to many families. Their swift coordination and relentless pursuit of leads continue to inspire trust in the force's public service mission.
Time of India
01-07-2025
- Time of India
Operation Milap: 168 missing persons reunited with their families in Southwest Delhi
New Delhi: Around 168 missing persons, including 53 children, have been reunited with their families in southwest district as part of 'Operation Milap'—an ongoing initiative by Delhi Police . According to police, this involved focused efforts through June, as part of a broader campaign aimed at locating and reuniting missing persons, particularly vulnerable minors, with their loved ones. DCP (southwest) Amit Goel said, "As a part of the extensive search plan, the local police launched multiple operations upon receiving reports of any missing or kidnapped individuals. Through technical surveillance and local intelligence, police tracked down the individuals." You Can Also Check: Delhi AQI | Weather in Delhi | Bank Holidays in Delhi | Public Holidays in Delhi "Their movements were also traced through inquiries with bus drivers, conductors and vendors. Records of nearby police stations and hospitals also played a crucial role in the search operations," DCP Goel added. Kapashera police led the effort, reuniting 33 individuals with their families, followed by Sagarpur police with 30 and Palam Village police with 24. Anti-Human Trafficking Unit (AHTU) successfully reunited 11 children, while Kapashera police reunited the highest number of adults, 28, with their families. According to police, the total number of reunited missing persons in the district for the year 2025 so far is 521, which includes 149 children and 372 adults. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Doctor's Day 2025 , messages and quotes!
Hindustan Times
16-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Village-level teams to assess damages in shelling affected areas of Poonch
Poonch deputy commissioner Vikas Kundal on Thursday chaired a meeting with district officers to formulate a coordinated strategy for the assessment and verification of damages caused due to recent cross border shelling in the district. The meeting discussed the constitution of village-level committees (VLCs) for carrying out detailed, on ground assessment of affected structures across the border villages. The meeting was attended in person by additional district development commissioner (ADDC), additional deputy commissioner (ADC), assistant commissioner revenue (ACR), tehsildar Haveli, and headquarters tehsildar. Sub-divisional magistrates of Surankote and Mendhar, along with tehsildars of Mandi, Mankote, Surankote and Balakote, joined the session virtually, ensuring representation from all affected areas and administrative subdivisions. Kundal laid out the plan for constituting the teams that will include officials from the rural development and panchayati raj (RD&PR) department, revenue department, animal and sheep husbandry, the public health engineering (PHE) department, public works department and Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY). These committees will visit the affected locations to verify and document the extent of damage to structures caused by the shelling. The damage will be classified into three categories: Full damage, severe damage and partial damage based on the physical condition of each structure. Moreover, the damages would be categorised as private property, commercial and government owned, thereby ensuring a comprehensive profile of all losses sustained. Kundal emphasised the need for a swift and transparent verification process to ensure timely assistance and rehabilitation of affected families. He directed all concerned departments to provide full cooperation to the committees and ensure accurate documentation, supported by photographic and written evidence. The administration will review the progress of this initiative in the coming days, with follow-up meetings scheduled to address emerging challenges and expedite the response efforts. DC Poonch distributes relief among shelling victims In a compassionate initiative, Poonch deputy commissioner Vikas Kundal distributed relief material among the families affected by the cross-border shelling. The distribution took place within the premises of the DC Office, where the victims were provided with essential items including warm blankets, ration kits, and other necessary household supplies. Alongside material aid, the DC also extended immediate cash assistance to support the urgent needs of the affected families. Indian Army conducts medical assistance, civil interaction under Op Milap Indian Army successfully conducted a medical assistance and civilian outreach programme in the border villages of Jhullas and Salotri in Poonch district as part of 'Operation Milap'. The initiative focuses on delivering essential medical care, psychological support and community interaction to residents severely impacted by the ongoing shelling incidents in the region. The medical team from the Indian Army, provided general health check-ups, distributed medicines and offered counselling sessions to help civilians cope with trauma and stress. Special attention was given to vulnerable groups, including the elderly, women and children. Medical kits, hygiene essentials and emergency aid supplies were also distributed to the affected households. In addition to healthcare, the team engaged with local residents through interactive sessions to understand their immediate needs and provide reassurance and solidarity. Residents expressed gratitude for the timely assistance and praised the efforts of the Indian Army.
