Berhampur,Despite efforts,Human trafficking continues to be a global threat driven by organised crime said the speakers in a meeting held at Berhampur railway station today.Organised on the occasion of World day against human trafficking by ISRD,the speakers said,more and more victims are being trafficked every year, across greater distances, with greater violence, for longer periods of time and for greater profit.Organised criminal networks are driving this victimisation and exploitation, using migration flows, global supply chains, legal and economic loopholes and digital platforms to facilitate cross-border trafficking on a massive scale.They profit from forced labour, sexual exploitation and coercion into criminal activities, such as online scams and drug smuggling. Despite some progress, criminal justice responses fall short in tackling this rapidly evolving crime.To end human trafficking, law enforcement must enforce strict laws, conduct proactive investigations, strengthen cross-border cooperation, target criminal finances, and leverage technology to identify and dismantle trafficking networks. Ensuring justice for survivors requires holding perpetrators accountable and providing a victim-centred approach to protection, support and access to justice. Human traffickers have become adept at using internet platforms, including social media channels, online marketplace sites, and free-standing webpages to recruit victims and attract clients. To mark the occasion,ISRD also organised a Rally and human Chain for public awareness in front of office of the Station Manager,Berhampur railway station.While the rally was flagged off by station manager Durga prasad Bramha,ISRD ,Director Sudhir sabat organised the programme,district child protection officer Rajashree das,Head TTE,Rashmi ranjan behera officials of RPF/GRP participated in it.
