Task Force Busts Illegal Brothel Rings, Arrests 18 Migrants Exploiting Bangladeshi Girls in Hyderabad

(Judicial Quest News Network)

Hyderabad, February 26, 2025 – The Commissioner’s Task Force, South Zone Team, in collaboration with Chaderghat and Khairtabad Police, successfully raided illegal brothel houses operating in Chaderghat and Khairtabad, apprehending 18 individuals involved in the organized exploitation of migrants, including two minors. The operation, conducted simultaneously at two locations, revealed a network that trafficked Bangladeshi nationals, primarily women, into India for illegal activities.

Case I – Chaderghat P.S. – CRIME NO. 92/2025

The first raid, at Chaderghat, led to the arrest of 10 individuals, including:

1. Rajat Mandal (39), a sweets business owner from Malakpet, Hyderabad.
2. Jalil Sardar @ Yousuf (36), a laborer from Katedan, Hyderabad.
3. Smt. Bisti Gazi (18), a housewife from West Bengal.
4. Kamarul Shekh @ Rahul (36), a tailor from Alwal, Secunderabad.
5. Mohd. Rony Khan (28), an Ola bike rider from Rajendra Nagar, RR District, Bangladesh.
6. Mahbur Sardar (35), a tailor from Alwal, Hyderabad.
7. Kum. Arohi Mandal (21), working in a massage parlour from West Bengal.
8. Mohd. Bilal Riza Ul Shaik (34), a waterproofing worker from Katedan, Hyderabad.
9. Two minors (rescue victims).

Case II – Khairathabad P.S. – CRIME NO. 59/2025

In the second raid, at Khairathabad, 8 individuals were apprehended:

1. Ajarul Sekh (38), a laborer from West Bengal.
2. Rahul Shariful Shaikh (26), a Rapido driver from Hafeezpet, Hyderabad.
3. Rohit Mandal (29), from Bangalore, Bangladesh.
4. Ritoy Islam (24), a bus cleaner from Secunderabad, Bangladesh.
5. Mousomi Shaik (30), a beauty parlour worker from Somajiguda, Hyderabad, Bangladesh.
6. Babu Shaik (37), a Rapido driver from Somajiguda, Hyderabad, Bangladesh.
7. Shathi Akther @ Khadija Begum (26), a beauty worker from Somajiguda, Hyderabad, Bangladesh.

The investigations revealed a disturbing pattern of trafficking and exploitation. Local brokers, such as Kamarul Shekh and Ajarul Sekh from West Bengal, orchestrated the illegal migration of Bangladeshi nationals. These brokers targeted vulnerable individuals, particularly young girls facing financial hardship in Bangladesh. They provided them with temporary shelters in West Bengal and forged Indian ID proofs to facilitate their migration under the pretence of employment opportunities.

Each migrant was charged between Rs. 15,000 to Rs. 20,000 for their migration, and once in India, they were forced into illegal activities. The traffickers were operating in major cities like Hyderabad and Bangalore.

Among the arrested individuals, some have criminal backgrounds, including previous involvement in cases related to theft, POCSO Act violations, and other criminal activities. The authorities are currently continuing their investigations to uncover the full extent of this illegal operation.

The raids were carried out by a dedicated team led by S. Raghavendra, Inspector of Police, Task Force, South Zone, along with M. Raju, Inspector of Police, Chaderghat P.S., and S. Rajasekhar, Inspector of Police, Khairathabad P.S., supported by other staff members from Task Force and local police.

The arrested individuals, along with the rescued victims, have been handed over to the respective police stations for further investigation and legal proceedings.

This operation highlights the ongoing efforts by Hyderabad’s law enforcement to bust human trafficking rings and safeguard vulnerable migrants. Authorities are continuing their work to bring the perpetrators to justice and prevent further exploitation.

Cases have been registered under various sections, including the Prevention of Immoral Traffic Act,1956 (PITA) and the Foreigners Act, 1946, with continued investigations by both the Task Force and local police to ensure that all involved in this illegal operation face the full force of the law.

The public is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities related to trafficking or exploitation to the authorities.

The entire operation was executed under the supervision of ANDE SRINIVASA RAO, Addl. Dy. Commissioner of Police,
Commissioner’s Task Force, Hyderabad City