“No Need to Wait 24-hours,Whenever Complaint is Received Inquiry Should Start Immediately”: Delhi HC to Police on Missing Children Cases

The Delhi High Court has directed the Delhi Police to immediately investigate missing children cases upon receiving a complaint, eliminating the previous 24-hour waiting period. Justices Prathiba M Singh and Amit Sharma stressed adherence to the Ministry of Women and Child Development’s SOP for prompt action. The move aims to enhance efficiency in dealing with such sensitive cases.