State vs 4 accused — Bengaluru begging racket

Updates

1. Arrest13 Oct 2026

   Four arrested for forcing 13 children to beg in Bengaluru

   Children rescued near Kogilu Cross, Yelahanka; handed over to Child Welfare Committee

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   Four people were arrested for allegedly forcing children to beg.

   Who:

   Four accused were arrested by the police.

   When:

   Reported on 13 Oct 2026.

   Where:

   Bengaluru, Karnataka.

   Why:

   They are accused of forcing thirteen children to engage in begging.

   What it means:

   The accused are now in police custody, and the investigation into the alleged racket will continue.

   The Hindu
2. Arrest13 Oct 2026

   Four arrested in Bengaluru for forcing 13 minors to beg

   Bengaluru, Oct 13 (PTI) Four people were arrested for allegedly forcing minor children to beg for money across Bengaluru, police said on Tuesday. With the arrests, police rescued 13 children who were allegedly forced to beg, they said. ]

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   Four people were arrested for allegedly forcing children to beg.

   Who:

   Four accused were arrested by the police, and the case involves thirteen minors.

   When:

   Reported on 13 Oct 2026.

   Where:

   Bengaluru, Karnataka.

   Why:

   The individuals were taken into custody because they are accused of forcing minors to beg.

   What it means:

   The police have officially taken these individuals into custody to begin the legal process regarding these accusations.

   The Print