Two Bangladeshi Women Rescued from Human Trafficking Operation in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
In a significant crackdown on human trafficking, authorities in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar have rescued two Bangladeshi women who were allegedly forced into the flesh trade after entering India illegally. The women, aged 19 and 39, were found in a flat in Alok Nagar, located under the jurisdiction of the Satara police station.
Swift Police Action Based on Credible Intelligence
The operation was initiated after the Anti-Trafficking Branch (ATB) received specific information around 9:30 AM regarding the presence of Bangladeshi women at Laxmi Apartment in Alok Nagar. Acting promptly, an ATB team raided flat number F-19, where they discovered the two victims.
A preliminary investigation revealed that both women are Bangladeshi nationals who crossed the border into India without proper documentation. Police sources indicated that the women were lured with promises of employment, only to be pushed into the flesh trade upon their arrival in India.
Authorities Detain Suspect and Launch Deportation Proceedings
During the raid, police detained Vinod Kadu Bal Karamse, a 30-year-old resident of Sate Nagar in the Waluj area, for allegedly providing shelter to the women. He is currently being questioned jointly by the crime branch and ATB teams to determine his role and potential connections to a larger trafficking network.
ATB inspector Rajesh Mayekar stated that the team verified the information before executing the operation. "During questioning, it emerged that the two women had no valid documents to stay in India. We served them show-cause notices and initiated the legal process, including deportation proceedings," Mayekar explained.
Police Commissioner Vows Strict Action Against Trafficking Networks
Police Commissioner Pravin Pawar emphasized the city police's commitment to combating illegal immigration and human trafficking. "We received credible information, and our Anti-Trafficking Branch acted swiftly. We are coordinating with central agencies for further investigation," Pawar said, highlighting ongoing efforts to dismantle such networks.
The rescue operation underscores the persistent challenges of human trafficking in the region, with authorities urging vigilance and cooperation from the public to report suspicious activities.
