Delhi High Court Seeks Answers on 807 Missing Persons in 15 Days

• Delhi High Court asks Centre, Delhi Police, Delhi government, and NHRC to respond to a PIL regarding 807 missing persons in the first half of January 2026.
• The PIL was filed by Jayeeta Deb Sarkar following a news report highlighting the alarming number of disappearances.
• Official data shows 807 people reported missing (509 women/girls, 298 men), with 191 minors and 616 adults.
• Delhi Police stated "no cause for panic," claiming a dip in numbers compared to previous years, but did not provide comparative totals.
• NHRC took suo motu cognisance, seeking a detailed account from the Delhi government and Police chief within two weeks, citing potential human rights concerns.