Sat Jan 03 05:12:49 UTC 2026: Summary:

In Nagpur, Maharashtra, parents resorting to extreme measures were found to have chained their 12-year-old son for two months to control his misbehavior, which included running away and stealing. After local residents alerted authorities, the boy was rescued by the District Women and Child Development Office and is now in safe custody, receiving counselling. The parents are facing charges under the Juvenile Justice Act. There are reports that the police were previously alerted to the situation but failed to act.

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Nagpur Parents Chain 12-Year-Old Son to Curb “Misbehavior,” Sparking Outrage

Nagpur, Maharashtra – A shocking case of child abuse has emerged in Nagpur, where parents allegedly chained their 12-year-old son with iron chains and padlocks to control what they described as increasingly disruptive behavior. The incident came to light after concerned residents alerted authorities about the boy’s confinement in South Nagpur.

According to police reports, a team from the District Women and Child Development Office raided the family’s home and discovered the boy restrained with chains around his legs. He showed signs of physical injury and appeared visibly traumatized.

The parents, who work as daily wage labourers, admitted to chaining their son for the past two months before leaving for work each day. They claimed the boy had become increasingly mischievous, frequently ran away from home, stole mobile phones, and refused to obey them. They said they saw no other way to manage his behavior.

The parents are now facing charges under the Juvenile Justice Act. The boy has been taken into safe custody and is currently undergoing counselling under the care of the Child Welfare Committee (CWC).

Adding to the controversy, reports indicate that police were previously informed about the situation but allegedly failed to take action. This prompted residents to contact the ‘Child Helpline’ (1098), which led to the boy’s rescue.

“This is a serious violation of child rights,” stated a spokesperson from the Child Protection Unit. “Our preliminary assessment suggests that the boy was subjected to both mental and physical torture.”

The Child Protection Unit is urging citizens to report any instances of child harassment, violence, or neglect to the child protection system or the police immediately.

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