The Haryana State Human Rights Commission has delivered a strong rebuke to police authorities for their investigation into the shocking case of a Bihar teenager who was abducted, forced into bonded labour, and lost his left arm in a horrific accident.
Commission's Strong Criticism
In a recent order dated November 4, the Commission described the police investigation as "incomplete, vague, and lacking in vital details." The panel expressed particular dissatisfaction with the status report submitted by SP Nuh, noting it failed to show any progress in identifying, tracing, or arresting the culprits responsible for what they termed a "heinous act."
The Horrific Incident
The case came to light after The Indian Express published a news report in August 2025. According to the report, the minor boy from Bihar became stranded at Bahadurgarh Railway Station where a stranger approached him with an offer of work at a buffalo dairy farm. The perpetrator promised a monthly salary of Rs 10,000.
Instead of receiving payment, the teenager was subjected to two months of forced labour and physical abuse. The situation turned catastrophic when the boy suffered a severe accident while operating a fodder-cutting machine, resulting in the complete severing of his left arm.
In a remarkable display of resilience, the injured victim walked approximately 150 kilometers to Nuh while still clutching his severed limb. His ordeal finally ended when a compassionate teacher discovered him and immediately alerted the police.
Investigation Failures Highlighted
The Commission emphasized that the abduction, illegal confinement, and subsequent physical assault constituted a continuous chain of criminal acts that demanded thorough investigation. They specifically flagged several critical gaps in the police report:
- No precise location identified for the dairy farm, estimated to be 20-25 km from Bahadurgarh
- Failure to pinpoint the exact site where the amputation occurred
- No progress in identifying or arresting the alleged culprits
- Missing details about the black motorcycle used in the abduction
Court Proceedings and Assurances
During the hearing, SP Railways from Ambala Cantt, Nitika Gahlaut (IPS), appeared via tele-conference and acknowledged the investigation shortcomings. She assured the Commission that she would "personally look into the matter" and ensure all missing aspects were thoroughly investigated.
Gahlaut committed to coordinating with Jhajjar and Nuh police to verify the crime location, trace the accused persons, and properly link the chain of events. She promised to submit a comprehensive report following this renewed investigation effort.
Strict Deadlines Set
The Commission has established November 27 as the deadline for several critical actions:
- SP Railways Ambala must file a fresh report and appear in person with investigation records
- Commissioner of Police Jhajjar must depute DCP Bahadurgarh for full assistance
- SP Nuh must help identify the exact sites of bonded labour and amputation
- Pending reports from Deputy Commissioners of Jind and Nuh must be submitted
- Nuh Civil Surgeon and Child Protection Officer must submit status reports
The Assistant Labour Commissioner from Jind has also been summoned to the next hearing after submitting an unsatisfactory report dated October 10. The Commission has made it clear that it expects substantial progress by the next hearing date as the case involves grave human rights violations against a minor.
