Parents Accused: Teen Forced to Beg at Thane Station

A couple in Maharashtra's Thane are accused of forcing their 17-year-old daughter to beg at Thane railway station. Child welfare officials found the girl begging and alerted police. Additionally, the parents allegedly had her consume intoxicants. The girl is now in a rescue home, and the parents face legal charges.

A case has been registered against a Maharashtra couple accused of coercing their 17-year-old daughter into begging at Thane railway station. According to officials, the parents exploited her earnings to support the household.

Child welfare members identified the teen on the station platform during a routine inspection on Monday night and quickly involved law enforcement.

Further allegations surfaced that the parents administered intoxicating drinks to the child. Consequently, she is now safe in a rescue home, while the parents face charges under the Juvenile Justice Act.