A 26‑year‑old man was arrested after a 20‑kilometre chase from Loni, Ghaziabad to Azadpur, Delhi, for abducting an 11‑year‑old boy to pressure the boy’s elder sister into marrying him. Police rescued the child following a four‑day investigation and have filed charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.

  • Suspect abducted a child to coerce his sister into marriage
  • Police pursued the suspect for 20 km before arresting him
  • The boy was rescued and is now recovering in hospital

What Happened

On August 31, an 11‑year‑old boy left his home in Jahangirpuri for school and never returned. The family later received a call from an unknown number. The caller identified himself as Dharam Pal, a man known to the family, who claimed he wanted to marry the boy’s sister. When she rejected his proposal, he abducted her brother and threatened to kill the child.

Police Action

After a four‑day investigation, Delhi police tracked the suspect from Loni in Ghaziabad to Azadpur, covering roughly 20 km. The suspect was apprehended on Friday, and the child was rescued unharmed. During the arrest, the suspect attempted self‑harm but was taken to a hospital and is now in stable condition.

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Legal Proceedings

A case has been registered under Section 137(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. Further investigation is ongoing to determine any additional charges related to kidnapping and forced marriage.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that coercive marriage tactics, especially when combined with child abduction, expose deep‑seated gender biases in parts of North India. The rapid coordination between Uttar Pradesh and Delhi law‑enforcement agencies demonstrates an improving response to such crimes.

"Ensuring children’s safety and women’s consent in marriage is essential for societal stability," says criminology expert Dr. Ravi Singh.
Did You Know?: Since 2019, India has introduced stricter criminal provisions to curb child marriage, yet social pressure remains a formidable obstacle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What punishment does the law prescribe for such offenses?
A: Under the Indian Penal Code, kidnapping and forced marriage carry severe imprisonment terms and fines.

Q2: How can victims seek help?
A: Affected families can dial the Tele‑MANAS helpline at 14416 for psychological and legal assistance.