child kidnapping
Alarming 9.2% Rise in Crimes Against Children: NCRB Data Reveals 177,335 Cases in 2023
Oct 01, 2025 02:37 am CST
The National Crime Records Bureau reports a disturbing 9.2% increase in crimes against children in India for 2023, with 177,335 cases registered nationwide. Kidnapping (45%) and POCSO offenses (38.2%) dominate the statistics, while most perpetrators were known to victims. Significant regional variations exist in both crime rates and justice system efficiency, with Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Uttar Pradesh reporting the highest case numbers.
India's Kidnapping Crisis: Over 116,000 Cases in 2023 with Marriage and Elopement as Key Motives
Sep 30, 2025 10:34 pm CST
According to the National Crime Records Bureau's 2023 report, India recorded over 116,000 kidnapping cases, with a 5.6% increase from 2022. Children constituted 70% of victims, with Delhi showing the highest rate. Marriage remains the primary motive, while approximately 18,000 cases involved elopement. Despite 68% of victims being recovered, judicial resolution remains ineffective with only 20.2% of cases resulting in convictions.