In Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan, a 13‑year‑old girl was trafficked for a few hours in hotel rooms for as little as ₹1,500. Police have now arrested 19 suspects and partially demolished three implicated hotels.
Key Takeaways (मुख्य बिंदु)
- 13‑year‑old girl sold for 1,500‑2,500 ₹ per hour in hotel rooms
- Police have arrested 19 suspects and partially demolished three hotels
- Deal was arranged via social‑media photos and cash payments only
Authorities in Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan, uncovered a gruesome child‑exploitation ring in which a 13‑year‑old girl was rented out for short‑term sexual abuse. Using CCTV footage, mobile chats and witness statements, police have detained 19 individuals and placed them behind bars.
Modus Operandi and Financial Trail
The hotel owners and managers circulated the victim’s photographs through closed social‑media groups, targeting only a select list of “trusted” clients. All transactions were conducted in cash, leaving no digital or banking trail. This cash‑only model made it difficult for investigators to secure concrete financial evidence, but eyewitness accounts and recovered images painted a clear picture of the operation.
Three Hotels at the Center of the Crime
The investigation identified three premises – Joy Inn on Sukhadia Road, Dream Inn at Birbal Chowk, and Safe Fire Inn in the Motor Market – as the primary venues where the abuse took place. Following the exposure, district authorities ordered the partial demolition of these establishments under illegal‑construction provisions, dealing a significant blow to the network.
New Arrests and Ongoing Challenges
Additional Superintendent of Police Deepak Sharma disclosed that a fresh suspect, Akash Nayak of Ashok Nagar‑B, was arrested on Tuesday. Nayak, a friend of hotel manager Mayank and an associate of contractor Hardip Singh, helped facilitate the exploitation at Joy Inn. One contractor remains at large; his capture could potentially expose further hidden players.
Social and Legal Repercussions
The case has attracted the attention of the National Women’s Commission, which has sought a detailed report from the district police chief. In response, police have invoked the IT Act and the POSCO Act against individuals spreading false rumors or revealing the victim’s identity on social media, and they are actively blocking offending channels.
This scandal underscores the urgent need for stricter oversight of digital platforms and heightened community vigilance to curb the evolving landscape of child sexual exploitation.
