Archive · 30 Jul 2025
Vimukthi Demands Victim-Centric Approach to Curb Trafficking
Vimukthi, a group helping human trafficking survivors, wants the government to focus on helping victims more.
They want more support for survivors and tougher punishments for the people who traffic them.
They shared that not many of these criminals are actually caught and punished.
They are asking the government to create more special teams in all districts to fight against human trafficking and to make sure victims get the help they need.
Vimukthi advocates for a victim-centric approach in combating human trafficking.
The organization urges the government to strengthen Anti-Human Trafficking Units (AHTUs).
Vimukthi highlighted NCRB statistics revealing low conviction rates in trafficking cases.
The organization demands the establishment of AHTUs in all 26 districts of the state.
Apoorva, President of Vimukthi, addressed the media on the issue of trafficking.
- Who
- Vimukthi, survivors of human trafficking, the State government, and various NGOs.
- What
- Vimukthi is advocating for a victim-centric approach to fight human trafficking.
- When
- Tuesday
- Where
- Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh.
- Why
- To improve the protection and welfare of human trafficking victims and increase conviction rates.
Vimukthi's Stance
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Victim Support
Vimukthi's Stance
Prioritize victim protection, provide direct victim compensation and rehabilitation services.
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AHTU Presence
Vimukthi's Stance
Strengthen existing Anti-Human Trafficking Units (AHTUs). Establish AHTUs in all 26 districts.
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Prosecution
Vimukthi's Stance
Ensure prosecution of traffickers.
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- Organization
- Vimukthi
- Issue
- Human Trafficking
- Location
- Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh
- Focus
- Victim-centric Approach
- Key Demand
- Strengthening AHTUs
- Theme
- Human Trafficking is Organized Crime – End this Exploitation
