Assam: Two teenage girls go missing in Margherita, families seek urgent help

Two teenage girls, Aishaa Khatun of No. 1 Lajum and Shubha Das of Balukhad in Margherita, have been missing since September 1, sparking anxiety and distress across the region.

Shubha Das, who worked as a domestic helper in a house at No. 1 Lajum, was reportedly accompanied by Aishaa Khatun when both left Lazum around 1 pm on September 1 to return to Shubha’s residence. Since then, no trace of either girl has been found.

Their families have conducted extensive searches and filed a complaint at Margherita Police Station, but investigations have yet to yield any leads. Authorities are appealing to the public for information.

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Anyone with knowledge about the whereabouts of the girls is urged to contact the nearest police station or call 8011762484.

The disappearance has heightened local concerns about the recurring cases of women and teenage girls going missing in Margherita and surrounding areas, with locals fearing the involvement of human trafficking networks.

The incident has triggered widespread unrest, with growing demands for swift action from local authorities.