Current Affairs - State - Discussion

West Bengal, particularly the Sundarbans region, faces severe human trafficking challenges exacerbated by socio-environmental vulnerabilities. Repeated cyclones like Amphan and Yaas have worsened poverty and displacement, increasing the risk of trafficking, especially for women and children. In 2022, 58,871 individuals were reported missing, with a majority being women and children. The state recorded a gradual rise in trafficking cases over three years, reflecting the need for urgent intervention and sustainable solutions to address the socio-economic and environmental factors driving this crisis.