The annual crime report for the year 2022, published by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB), presents a grim picture regarding kidnap and abduction offenses recorded in India. The report says 1,07,588 cases had been reported in the country and, on average, over 294 daily or more than 12 in an hour. With this rather high figure, there is little doubt that there is a need for proper steps to resolve this serious problem. It further reveals a report that 110,140 people were kidnapped or abducted, comprising 21,278 males, 88,861 females, and 1 case of the third gender.
Key India Kidnapping Statistics
- 1,07,588 issues related to kidnapping and abduction were recorded in the year 2022
- 1,10,140 people kidnapped or abducted; 21480 males kidnapped or abducted, 88261 females kidnapped or abducted, and 1 transgender kidnapped or abducted.
- murder, 74,469 (9,866 male, 64,603 female), and kidnap or abduction 76,069 (13,970 male, 65,099 female)
- 7,308 men, 26,762 women, and 1 transsexual person above 18 years were kidnapped or abducted.
- 1,17,083 people kidnapped or abducted were recovered, out of which 21,199 were males, 95,883 females, and 1 transgender.
- 1,16,109 persons were saved alive, and 974 drowned.
This paper entails a clear and concise analysis of the various kidnapping and abduction occurrences in different states and union territories. The maximum number of cases reported was from Uttar Pradesh, i.e., 16,262, followed by Maharashtra – 12,260; Bihar, 11,822; Madhya Pradesh – 10,409; West Bengal – 8,088. Nevertheless, it found that Delhi had the highest crime density of 26 per one hundred thousand people. 7 per lacs population and the worst charge sheeting rate of 7 percent also known as crime rate. 8 among all states and union territories of India for deferral of bills.
State-wise Breakdown
- Uttar Pradesh: In 16,262 cases, the crime rate was 6%, trial by judge was 7%, and the charge sheeting rate was 17. 7%.
- Maharashtra: There were 7252 cases, a crime rate of 73. 8, and a charge sheeting rate of twenty percent. 9%.
- Bihar: approximately 11,822 cases, a crime rate of 9…. 4, charge sheeting rate of 63%
- Madhya Pradesh: None, while there were 10,409 cases of crime, a crime rate of 12.1, and a charge sheeting rate of 26. % 2%.
- West Bengal: 8472 cases; Crime index of 8 points I824. Two, a charging sheeting rate of 69.4.
Role of Technology in Addressing Kidnapping and Abduction
Both the private and public sectors remain very relevant in fighting kidnap and abduction cases in India through the use of technology. Recent reports have seen police departments from different countries employing different technological assets and infrastructures to support investigation processes, identifying victims or witnesses, and sharing information. Some key initiatives include:
Facial recognition systems: The police, for instance, have invested in this technology to identify wanted or missing individuals, helping to resolve cases swiftly.
Cybercrime tracking: Due to increased activities in computer fallible crimes such as kidnapping and abduction online, tracking tools and methods are used for tracking activities.
Integrated databases: National databases and research-sharing systems ensure the proper functioning of different state law agencies and ensure they share necessary information concerning missing persons and suspects.
GPS tracking and surveillance: The application of modern technologies such as GPS tracking and closed-circuit television technology also helps trace victims or suspects.
Public awareness campaigns: Citizenship engagement is the main use of social media and other digital platforms for awareness creation and campaigns, especially on síightings and reports on kidnapping and abduction.
This is evident in the case of the above initiatives, where they need to be supported by well-coordinated anti-kidnapping campaigns, community awareness, and good legal systems in the country to curb the vice that is kidnapping or abducting in India.
Conclusion
The above evaluation of the NCRB’s report draws the attention of law enforcement agencies, policymakers, and people toward the increasing incidents of kidnapping and abduction in India, and this sorry state requires collective and serious effort from everyone to curb this problem. Thus, although the material analyzed reflects the state of affairs quite comprehensively and even points to the availability of technological tools to address the issue, it once again underscores the need to take comprehensive measures and increase the level of protection of citizens, especially the vulnerable groups and, in particular, children.
