The Punjab State Women Commission has taken suo motu notice of reports regarding nine girls who have gone missing in Ludhiana. The Commission has sought a detailed report from the police on the status of the investigation by June 8.
In a notice issued on Thursday, Commission Chairperson Raj Lalli Gill said the panel had taken serious note of media reports and discussions on social media about the missing girls. Invoking its powers under Section 12 of the Punjab State Women Commission Act, 2001, the Commission has asked Ludhiana Police Commissioner Swapan Sharma to submit a detailed update on the case.
"Under Section 12 of the "Punjab State Commission for Women Act, 2001," the Punjab State Women Commission, while exercising its powers, can take Suo-Moto notice of matters related to the violation of women's rights, respect, and safety. The Commission views such matters with great seriousness and is committed to ensuring the protection of rights, respect, and dignity of women in Punjab," the notice read.
The Commission has directed the police to provide details of the action taken so far and the progress made in the investigation by June 8, 2026, for further review.
"Please ensure that a report regarding the action taken is sent to the Commission by June 8 via the email addresses mentioned above," the notice further read.
The notice, issued by a member of the Punjab State Women Commission, highlighted concerns over the safety and security of children in the state. It comes amid growing concern over reports that nine girls went missing in Ludhiana within a span of 48 hours.
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