Maharashtra Human Trafficking: State Ranks Second as Cross

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Maharashtra Human Trafficking: State Ranks Second as Cross-Border Networks and Sexual Exploitation Drive Crime Surge - The NCRB’s Crime in India 2024 report stated that Telangana recorded the highest number of human trafficking cases in the country with 423 cases, while Maharashtra followed closely with 337 cases. The state had reported 388 cases in 2023 and 295 cases in 2022, showing that trafficking remains a persistent challenge. Authorities have established Anti-Human Trafficking Units (AHTUs) across various districts and increased monitoring efforts. However, trafficking groups continue to function through organised networks, using different methods to trap victims and generate illegal profits. Get Latest News on Maharashtra only on lokmattimes.com