Delhi Leads in Crimes Against and Committed by Children, NCRB Data Reveals
Delhi Tops In Both Crimes Against Children And Crimes By Children: NCRB Data
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According to the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) report for 2024, Delhi recorded the highest number of crimes against children at 7,662 cases and crimes committed by juveniles at 2,306 cases among major Indian cities. Despite a slight decrease in overall cases, Delhi's crime rate remains significantly above the national average.
- 01Delhi recorded 7,662 crimes against children in 2024, a slight decrease from 7,769 in 2023.
- 02The city has a crime rate of 138.4 cases per lakh child population, well above the national average of 42.3.
- 03Delhi also leads in juvenile crimes, with 2,306 cases reported in 2024.
- 04The most common juvenile crime in Delhi was theft, with 526 cases.
- 05The chargesheet rate for crimes against children in Delhi is 31.7%, significantly lower than the national average of 61.4%.
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The National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) report for 2024 highlights that Delhi continues to have the highest incidence of both crimes against children and crimes committed by children among major Indian cities. In total, 7,662 cases of crimes against children were recorded, a slight decline from 7,769 cases in 2023. However, this number translates to a crime rate of 138.4 cases per lakh child population, which is significantly higher than the national average of 42.3. Additionally, Delhi reported 2,306 cases of crimes committed by juveniles, the highest in metropolitan areas. The most prevalent crime among juveniles was theft, with 526 cases. The NCRB data also indicates that the chargesheet rate for crimes against children in Delhi is only 31.7%, compared to the national average of 61.4%. Notably, the report shows that 3,270 juveniles were apprehended in Delhi during the year, with a majority living with their parents. The data underscores ongoing concerns regarding child safety and juvenile delinquency in the capital.
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The high rates of crimes against children and juvenile delinquency in Delhi highlight significant concerns for child safety and community welfare, necessitating urgent action from authorities.
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