A concerning incident involving the alleged trafficking of a 24-year-old girl from Silchar ‘s Nagatilla area has surfaced, revealing a complex web of relationships and religious dynamics. The victim’s mother accuses a Bangladeshi man named Mumin of trapping her daughter through objectionable videos and ultimately trafficking her to Bangladesh. The missing girl identified as Pompa Rani Das.
The Press Conference Revelation:
Mithun Nath, representing the Viswa Hindu Parishad (VHP), recently held a press conference shedding light on the case of Pompa Rani Das, the missing girl in question. Das was employed at a Health Centre owned by Dr. Samsur Rahman, a Congress leader vying for a Lok Sabha election ticket from the Karimganj constituency.
Allegations of Deception of the missing girl from Silchar:
According to Pompa Rani Das’ mother, Mumin initially portrayed himself as a Hindu, forming a romantic relationship with her daughter.
“After learning about his religious identity, my daughter chose to end the relationship. Subsequently, he resorted to blackmailing her using manipulated images. He went so far as to show these images to me, threatening to make them public. On January 7, my daughter mysteriously disappeared, and we firmly believe that he has abducted her,” claimed Pompa Rani Das’ mother.
On January 7, Pompa Rani Das went missing, leading her mother to suspect kidnapping by Mumin.
Police Confirmation and Operation:
Cachar Police confirmed that they have located the couple and taken them into custody. The investigation was prompted by the victim’s mother’s allegations. Cachar SP, Numal Mahatta, explained that they tracked the couple’s location through mobile phones. By discovering they were at the Bangladesh border in Tripura.
A coordinated effort with the Border Security Forces successfully rescued the victim and arrested the accused. The case remains under active investigation.
Divergent Narratives:
Mithun Nath of VHP raised questions about the accused’s nationality, labeling it a potential case of “Love Jihad.” He asserts that Hindu girls are being lured into relationships by Bangladeshi men, resulting in forced conversions and relocations to Bangladesh.
However, police source from Assam and Tripura counter these claims. They confirm that the accused is a legal resident of Tripura and had been working in Silchar.
Legal Status and Affair Confirmation on the missing girl of Silchar:
Contrary to allegations of trafficking, evidence collected by the police indicates that the couple was in a consensual affair. The accused, a resident of Tripura, legally employed in Silchar.
The police operation focused on ensuring the safety of the alleged victim and apprehending the accused, reframing the narrative from potential trafficking to a complex relationship situation.
Conclusion:
The Silchar incident exposes the intricate layers of relationships, religious dynamics, and legal complexities. As investigations continue, the case prompts a broader conversation about the challenges of navigating personal relationships in a diverse and interconnected society. The authorities, while ensuring the safety of those involved, must also address. Concern raised by various stakeholders to maintain trust in the justice system.
