Sevoke 10th Mile 04-09-2025:
Darjeeling MP Raju Bista today visited the family of 14-year-old Ishan Gurung, who was abducted on August 23 near Sevoke in Darjeeling District. Expressing solidarity with the grieving family, Bista, promised full support and called for intensified efforts to locate Ishan.
"I visited the family of missing 14-year-old child Ishan Gurung to express my solidarity and unwavering support during this harrowing time. Not only as Member of Parliament, but also as a father of three young children, I stand with them in their anguish, and I am committed to ensuring every possible effort is made to bring Ishan home safely" Bista said.
The abduction has sparked widespread outrage, yet 13 days later, Ishan remains missing.
Despite the West Bengal Police forming a Special Investigation Team (SIT) on August 28, progress has been slow, eroding public trust in local authorities.
In response, Bista formally appealed to Governor Dr. CV Ananda Bose and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to transfer the case to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), citing the need for expert intervention and resources. “The safety of our children must be a priority,” he said, criticizing delays under the TMC government.
Local protests, including NH-10 blockades, reflect rising anger, with concerns over increasing crime and human trafficking in the region. The Darjeeling Police have announced a ₹2 lakh reward for information on Ishan’s whereabouts.
The case has raised alarm over security in the “Chicken Neck” corridor, with calls for urgent action to prevent further incidents.
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