Dhubri (Assam), 27 October (HS): Dhubri district police have arrested a total of 64 people in connection with various child marriage cases as part of the ongoing crackdown on the illegal practice across Assam.

According to reports, 18 people were arrested in connection with child marriage cases during raids conducted in different areas under Dhubri Sadar Police Station over the last 18 hours. Those arrested include grooms involved in the marriages as well as parents of minors who allegedly facilitated the illegal practice.

Police official sources said the arrests were made in connection with cases registered at various police stations across the district. The operation covered Dhubri, Gauripur, Golakganj, Agomoni, Sapotgram, Bilasipara, Chapar and Fakirganj police stations.

The arrests underline the district police's continued efforts to curb child marriage and take action against those involved in or facilitating such unlawful unions. The crackdown is part of the broader campaign to prevent child marriage and ensure the protection of minors across Assam.-----------

Hindusthan Samachar / Sriprakash