Bihar Anti-Trafficking Raid: 18 Held in Saharsa, 4 Minors Among Detained

Police in Bihar conducted a raid in the Bharatiya Nagar area of Saharsa district on Tuesday, detaining 18 individuals, including four minor girls, as part of an investigation into alleged human trafficking and organised prostitution.

The operation was carried out by a joint team from the Anti-Human Trafficking Unit (AHTU), the Cyber Police Station, and the Sadar Police Station, acting on a specific tip-off. The raid, led by Cyber DSP Kalyan Anand, began around 11:30 am after police verified confidential inputs regarding suspected illegal activities at the location.

During the search, authorities recovered objectionable materials and some suspicious tablets, which are being examined as part of the ongoing investigation. Police said that 10 women, four minor girls, and four young men were detained. Several suspects managed to flee before they could be apprehended; efforts are underway to identify and take legal action against them.

The four minor girls have been placed under special care, and authorities are following legal procedures applicable to minors and potential victims of trafficking. DSP Anand noted that the area had been under surveillance for some time and that a previous raid at the same location had led to the sealing of several premises. He warned that strict legal action would be taken if illegal activities resume at those sealed properties.

All detained individuals are undergoing identification, verification, and questioning. Police stated that appropriate legal action will be taken after the investigation is completed, and those detained will be produced before the court in accordance with the law. Police have appealed to the public to report any information regarding similar illegal activities, stating that the campaign against human trafficking and organised prostitution will continue across Saharsa district.