India’s COVID crisis leaves new orphans at risk of child trafficking

Underprivileged children wearing face masks attend morning prayer at a school in India. Source: AP Photo/Channi Anand

Indian authorities and activists are concerned about social media messages related to orphans of the coronavirus victims. Anurag Kundu, from the Delhi Commission for Protection of Child Rights, says while some could be posted in ignorance or goodwill, hidden among them may also be cases of trafficking and “sales” of children.

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