Goa, Oct. 24 -- South Goa is witnessing a disturbing rise in incidents of child kidnappings in recent years, with minors in creasingly becoming tar gets for abduction. Police sources say that while ransom remains the primary motive, sev eral cases point to human trafficking, forced begging, child exploitation and, in some tragic instances, sex ual abuse. Many victims are tak en away from the law ful guardianship of their parents

The Children are sometimes lured through friendships ment-free conversations about friendships, social media and safety build resilience." As South Goa grapples with this rising menace, the mes sage from police and child rights advocates is clear: quick investigation, community vigilance and stronger family conne...