Overview
- The operation ran from January 24 to 28 across stations including Falakata, Lumding, Kishanganj, Rangiya, New Bongaigaon, Kamakhya, Katihar (East) and Guwahati.
- Rescued minors were handed to Child Line units and recognised child care organisations for protection and rehabilitation.
- Adults recovered during the drive were produced before local police for further action under established procedures.
- NFR urged passengers to report unattended minors or suspicious situations to RPF staff or via the RailMadad platform for swift assistance.
- Context from recent efforts shows 1,101 children rescued in 2025 by RPF under NFR and actions under Mission AAHT that included arrests of suspected traffickers, with a January 21 Guwahati operation rescuing two runaway boys.