Patna: In a major move to combat the growing menace of human trafficking, Bihar Police is set to launch a special 15-day campaign titled Operation ‘Naya Savera’, aimed at rescuing women, children, and girls from trafficking, child labour, red light areas, and exploitative orchestra groups.
Announcing the initiative on Wednesday at the state police headquarters, Director General of Police (DGP) Vinay Kumar said the operation will run from July 31 to August 14, covering all districts in Bihar. “Police teams across the state will work in coordination to identify, rescue and rehabilitate victims of trafficking,” he said.
Two districts that show exemplary performance during the operation will be recognised and rewarded by police headquarters.
Human Trafficking: A Growing Organised Crime
Speaking at an event organised by the Weaker Section at the Police Headquarters on the occasion of International Day Against Human Trafficking, the DGP drew attention to the alarming rise in cases of missing children and the deepening network of trafficking syndicates in the state.
“After narcotics, human trafficking is the second-largest organised crime, and it demands serious and large-scale brainstorming to tackle it,” Kumar said.
Citing statistics, he revealed that in recent years, around 7,000 children have gone missing in the state, out of which only 4,500 to 5,000 have been traced. “There is no trace of 2,000 to 3,000 children. Many of them are being forced into child labour, begging, and prostitution,” he added.
So far in 2025, 150 individuals allegedly involved in human trafficking have been arrested by Bihar Police.
DGP Calls for Public Support Against Child Exploitation
Highlighting another grave concern, the DGP said, “Child abuse is being carried out under the guise of white-collar jobs. It is a heinous crime, and society must raise its voice against it with full force.”
He expressed disappointment over the lack of societal support for the police, stating, “Instead of backing the police’s efforts to crack down on such crimes, people often begin protesting against the very action that seeks to protect children.”
The DGP also noted a sharp surge in the number of missing persons cases registered in the state. “Earlier, around 3,000 missing persons cases were recorded annually. Now, that figure has jumped to 10,000–12,000, which is deeply worrying,” he said.
With Operation Naya Savera, Bihar Police aims to intensify efforts on the ground, raise awareness, and reinforce accountability to break the cycle of trafficking and exploitation.
