For the past several days, there have been reports of people, including children, going missing in Delhi. However, the Delhi Police has now issued a statement refuting these rumors and calling them false. The police have stated that there is no need to panic over the rumors being spread about missing persons, especially children. This statement from the Delhi Police has eased the concerns of parents, but there are several things parents can do to ensure their children's safety. Children should also be taught how to handle themselves in any adverse situation.

Rumors of Children Going Missing in Delhi
A few days ago, reports suddenly started circulating on social media that the number of people going missing in Delhi was increasing. These missing persons included children and women. Following this, the Delhi Police took action and investigated these reports. Now, the Delhi Police has revealed that some so-called reports and social media posts are being deliberately spread through paid promotions, to create fear and panic among the public. Police officials have clarified that some people are spreading misinformation for personal gain and creating a negative atmosphere.

Things Parents Should Keep in Mind
Often, people with ill intentions or kidnappers try to lure children by using the name of a family member to gain their trust. To prevent this, you should warn your child about such people and also create a secret code for your family that only family members know and which can be used in emergencies. This code should be used to verify the identity of someone the child is suspicious of. This will allow the child to assess the stranger approaching them.
Parents should avoid sending their children out alone. If the child goes for tuition, they should go with other children, or a family member should accompany them.

Prioritize your child's safety. Tell your child that if they ever get separated from you in a crowd, they should look for a safe place and stay there. They should ask for help from someone trustworthy, such as a police officer, a security guard, or a woman with children.

It's crucial to tell your children never to share their home address, siblings' names, or phone number with strangers. Even if someone knows their name and calls out to them, they shouldn't trust that person.

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