Siliguri, April 17, 2026 — In a major relief for a local family, the Bhaktinagar Police executed a swift cross-district rescue operation to safely recover a missing minor boy, tracing him all the way to Birpara in the neighboring Alipurduar district.

The successful recovery highlights the rapid response protocols of the Siliguri Police Commissionerate when handling sensitive cases involving children.

Missing While Playing

The alarming incident unfolded on Thursday, April 16, when a frantic missing person complaint was registered at the Bhaktinagar Police Station.

According to the details provided by the authorities, the minor boy, a resident of the Durganagar area under the Bhaktinagar PS limits, had stepped out of his house to play with his friends. When the child failed to return home and could not be found anywhere in the locality, his panicked family immediately approached the police for help.

The Search and Rescue Operation

Recognizing the critical nature of a missing child report, the Bhaktinagar police swung into action without delay.

A dedicated search operation was immediately launched under the leadership of the Investigating Officer, Sub-Inspector (S.I.) Pintu Ghosh. The police team utilized rapid ground intelligence and tracking methods to trace the boy’s route out of the city.

Their coordinated efforts quickly paid off when the search team successfully located the missing minor in the Birpara area of Alipurduar district. The police secured the boy safely and subsequently reunited him with his relieved family.

A Commitment to Child Safety

Following the successful cross-district operation, the Siliguri Police Commissionerate took to social media to share the update and reassure the public.

Reaffirming their mandate, the police statement read, “Siliguri Police is always committed to ensuring the safety of society, especially the protection of minors.” The prompt and effective action by S.I. Pintu Ghosh and his team has drawn widespread appreciation from the local community.