Muzaffarpur Children’s Home Abuse Investigation
The Shockwave Starts
On July 23, the police in eastern India hit the ground running at a state‑run children’s home in Muzaffarpur, Bihar. Why? Because a harrowing story of abuse and a tragic death had finally leaked into the light.
Why the Sledgehammer?
After a brave survivor received a court order, investigators began excavating the site with earthmovers. Their goal? To unearth the hidden remains of a girl who had been beaten to death by staff.
How It All Went Down
- Police Inspector General Sunil Kumar said, “We’re digging around spots flagged by a witness.”
- Forensic experts and the police keep a close eye on the earthmovers as they dig.
- A May report from a Mumbai social institute slammed the home for serial abuse and exploitation.
The Horror Unveiled
The report is a nightmare: victims describe nights drenched in humiliation, forced to sleep naked on the dorm’s floor and abused by the head of the shelter for months.
Numbers That Cringe
- At least 29 girls aged 7‑17 have been confirmed raped. The rest of the 40+ women are still being investigated.
- Some 10 people—including staff members and child‑welfare officers—have been arrested.
- Local police chief Harpreet Singh confirmed the arrests.
Wider Context & Call for Action
People are scandalized. They’re demanding tougher security and better care. And it’s not a lone‑wolf case.
Other Scandals Across the Land
- Last year in New Delhi, officials were charged with injecting oxytocin and molesting at least ten girls.
- Back in 2012, over a hundred women in Haryana reported abuse by caretakers.
What’s Next?
The investigations continue. Citizens are holding the authorities accountable, calling for the safety and dignity of every child in state institutions.
