Pune Police Bust Prostitution Racket, 18 Arrested Including Minor Rescued
Trade bust: 17 held; minor rescued, 15 Bangladeshis detained
Hindustan Times
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Pune police dismantled a prostitution racket in Budhwar Peth, detaining 18 individuals, including a 15-year-old girl rescued from trafficking. The operation revealed that 15 detainees were Bangladeshi nationals, with the main operator identified as Sumit Milind Chavan. Legal actions have been initiated under various acts.
- 01Police rescued a 15-year-old girl from a prostitution racket.
- 02The operation involved detaining 18 individuals, including 15 Bangladeshi nationals.
- 03Sumit Milind Chavan is identified as the main operator of the racket.
- 04Seized items include mobile phones and financial records linked to the operation.
- 05Legal actions are being pursued under the Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act and POCSO Act.
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The Pune police conducted a significant operation in Budhwar Peth, leading to the bust of a prostitution racket. The raid, which took place from Monday night until early Tuesday morning, resulted in the arrest of 18 individuals, including 11 women engaged in prostitution and a 15-year-old girl who was rescued from trafficking. Authorities identified Sumit Milind Chavan, the alleged owner and main operator of the racket, along with his accomplices. Among those detained, 15 were Bangladeshi nationals, comprising 11 women, three men, and a seven-year-old child. The police seized mobile phones and account diaries believed to contain financial records related to the illegal activities. Legal proceedings have been initiated under the Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act, the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, and the Foreigners Act.
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The bust of this prostitution racket highlights ongoing issues of trafficking and exploitation in the region, raising awareness about the need for stronger protective measures for vulnerable individuals.
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