Palghar, April 10 A 13-year-old girl from the Palghar district of Maharashtra ran away from home, believing her mother favored her sibling, and was later located by police, an official said on Friday.
The incident occurred within the jurisdiction of the Safale police station on Thursday. The girl was in severe emotional distress and was at risk of self-harm, he said.
The minor, who lived in the Hanjaroli village, was upset by the belief that her mother gave more attention and affection to her younger sister, the official said.
Local police personnel, with the support of village residents, launched a search operation. The girl was eventually found near the Dranjaroli Dam area, said District Superintendent of Police Yatish Deshmukh.
"Our primary concern was her safety. Fortunately, she was found unharmed. After her rescue, she underwent professional counseling to address her negative thoughts and emotional distress," he said, adding that she has since been reunited with her parents.
