Every year, thousands of minor girls are reported missing in India. Despite strong policing efforts, many cases remain unresolved.
Former Maharashtra Director General of Police Praveen Dixit analyses the issue and suggests solutions including AI-based policing, facial recognition systems, Aadhaar-linked verification and stronger family engagement.
Read the full policy analysis in TheNews21
Preventing Minor Girls from Running Away: A Policy Perspective
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Praveen Dixit, IPS retired as DGP Maharashtra. He also worked as DG Anti Corruption Bureau. Mr Dixit is decorated with President’s Medal for Distinguished Services and for Meritorious Services. Special Rapporteur, National Human Rights Commission, in charge of Maharashtra and Goa. Mr Dixit also retired as Vice Chairman (Administrative) in Maharashtra Administrative Tribunal at Mumbai.
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