Archive · 18 Jun 2025
Hyderabad Police Launches Anti-Trafficking Units
The Hyderabad police are stepping up their fight against human trafficking!
They've created new groups: the AHTU to find and stop traffickers, the JB Team to protect kids, and the VAU to help victims.
The AHTU will look for places where trafficking happens, catch the bad guys, and help the victims.
The JB team is working with others to make sure children are safe and sent back home.
The VAU will help the victims feel safe, get help with the law, and rebuild their lives.
So far, they've already helped many people!
Hyderabad City Police launched a new Anti-Human Trafficking Unit (AHTU), Juvenile Bureau (JB) Unit, and Victim Assistance Unit (VAU).
The AHTU aims to combat human trafficking by identifying hotspots, gathering intelligence, and conducting rescue operations.
The JB Team will protect children from atrocities such as child labor and trafficking, coordinating with the Child Welfare Committee.
The VAU provides support to trafficking victims, helping them with legal aid and rehabilitation.
As of 2025, AHTU has filed 23 cases, rescued 44 victims, and arrested 71 accused.
- Who
- Hyderabad City Police, Anti-Human Trafficking Unit (AHTU), Juvenile Bureau (JB) Unit, and Victim Assistance Unit (VAU).
- What
- Hyderabad City Police launched new units to combat human trafficking and aid victims.
- When
- As of 2025, the AHTU has reported the provided statistics.
- Where
- Hyderabad, Telangana.
- Why
- To enhance efforts in combating human trafficking and protecting children.
Police Efforts
Public Perspective
Effectiveness of Anti-Trafficking Measures
Police Efforts
Police are increasing efforts against human trafficking.
Public Perspective
Efforts against human trafficking may not be sufficient.
- Units Launched
- AHTU, JB Unit, VAU
- AHTU Sanctioned Strength
- 8 personnel
- JB Team Sanctioned Strength
- 7 personnel
- Cases Filed (AHTU)
- 23 (as of 2025)
- Victims Rescued (AHTU)
- 44 (as of 2025)
- Accused Arrested (AHTU)
- 71 (as of 2025)