In a heartwarming rescue operation, locals saved a newborn baby boy who was left abandoned in a sack along the roadside near Kajuwahiya forest in Dumka district on Wednesday. The infant was discovered after residents heard his cries and rushed to the spot, rescuing him before informing the authorities.
Rescue and Medical Attention
Ranju Devi, a 36-year-old resident of Haldipatti village, along with some youths, rescued the newborn from the sack. An ambulance was immediately called, and the baby was taken to the nearby community health centre (CHC) for medical examination. Doctors at the CHC confirmed that the baby was born only a few hours earlier. Considering his condition and the need for advanced care, the newborn was later referred to the Phulo Jhano Medical College and Hospital (PJMCH) in Dumka.
Legal and Welfare Procedures
Hospital sources said the baby is currently undergoing treatment under the supervision of the child welfare committee (CWC). The committee's chairperson, Kiran Tiwari, stated that after treatment, the newborn will be presented before the CWC for further legal and welfare procedures. Ranju and her husband have expressed their willingness to adopt the child through proper legal channels.
“The Child Development and Legal Services Authority (CDLS) will complete the necessary legal procedures within two months to declare the child free for adoption. Thereafter, the process will proceed through the Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA), following the waiting list of registered couples,” Tiwari explained.
Police Investigation
Police have launched an investigation to identify the individuals responsible for abandoning the newborn near the forest road. Authorities are examining local CCTV footage and questioning residents to gather leads. The rescued infant continues to receive medical care, and his well-being remains a priority for the child welfare committee.
