Bhubaneswar, May 2 -- A minor girl was rescued by a Childline team with police assistance in Nayagarh district after her marriage was reportedly conducted, while the groom fled from the spot on Friday. The rescued girl was subsequently produced before the Child Welfare Committee (CWC) for further proceedings.

According to information, Dilip Kumar Parida of Dengeragodi village under Itamati police station had married a minor girl from the Bhapur block area.

Acting on specific inputs, the Childline team carried out a raid at the location and rescued the minor girl. However, upon noticing the presence of police personnel, the groom, Dilip Kumar Parida, absconded.

Authorities initiated steps to trace the accused while ensuring the safety a...