415 missing persons reunited with families in Panchkula in a year

The police successfully traced and reunited 415 missing persons with their families over the past year. The figures, covering the period from August 1, 2024 to July 31 2025, highlight not only the alertness of the police but also their deep sense of humanity.

Sharing the details, DCP Shrishti Gupta revealed that among those found, 143 were children under the age of 18. This included nine boys and five girls under six years old, 10 boys and seven girls aged between six and 12, and 18 boys and 94 girls aged between 12 and 18.

The police also traced 207 missing individuals aged between 18 and 35, comprising 33 men and 174 women. Additionally, 65 people over the age of 35 — 38 men and 27 women — were located.

In several instances, children had left home due to family disputes or personal problems, while others had inadvertently travelled to different states. The Panchkula police coordinated with their counterparts in those regions to ensure safe returns.

“These are not just statistics,” said DCP Gupta. “Each case tells a story — a mother’s anxiety, a father’s helplessness, a sister’s prayer, and a brother’s hope. We understood and respected these emotions while fulfilling our duty.”