In a routine investigation that turned into an emotional battle, Sub-Inspector Pushpendra Kumar, stationed at the Wave City Police Station in Ghaziabad, found himself unexpectedly caught in a deeply personal struggle. It all began on a sunny Friday afternoon when Kumar was conducting a murder investigation near the villages of Inayatpur and Raghunathpur, only to receive news that would change his life.
Discovery of the Abandoned Baby
While inspecting the murder scene, Kumar was informed that a newborn baby had been abandoned nearby. Initially, he thought it was just another case of parental abandonment—something that, while tragic, is not entirely uncommon. Little did he know that this seemingly routine call would launch him on an emotional journey that would test not only his professional duties but also his deepest personal desires.
“I thought it was just ‘some’ child abandoned by the parents,” Kumar recalled. His words captured the indifference with which he first approached the case. As the officer in charge that day, Kumar immediately dispatched a team to retrieve the infant and ensure her safety. He instructed his officers to take the baby to the nearest Community Health Centre (CHC) for a medical checkup and care.
A Personal Connection to the Baby
Though he had assigned the task to his subordinates, Kumar felt a nagging need to personally visit the spot where the baby was found. After about an hour and a half, he decided to go to the site himself—a jungle between the two villages—to look for clues about the parents who had abandoned the child. When he arrived, a few villagers were still present, watching over the area.
“They told me that there were wild dogs in the area. The baby was found on a narrow boundary wall, and it was a miracle that she was unharmed,” Kumar said. The thought of what could have happened to the child had left him shaken.
From the site, Kumar rushed to the CHC to check on the baby’s condition. Upon his arrival, the doctors informed him that the infant was healthy, weighing about 3.15 kg. They had dressed her in a small blue T-shirt and wrapped her in a pink towel. As Kumar entered the room and saw the newborn, a wave of emotion overcame him.
“She was so tiny, with delicate hair covering her head and her eyes still closed,” he recalled. The doctors advised that the baby would need to be transferred to an orphanage soon. However, holding the child in his arms, Kumar felt a profound connection. “My heart sank,” he admitted. “My wife Rashi and I have been trying for a child for the past six years, and here was this little girl, abandoned by someone who clearly didn’t value her.”
A Heartfelt Decision
Overwhelmed by emotion, Kumar made a life-changing decision. He would not let the baby be sent to an orphanage. “Who was going to take care of her?” he thought. He quickly decided to take the child home with him.
Unsure of the legalities surrounding such a decision, Kumar contacted several officials to seek guidance. He was advised that he could keep the baby, provided he completed the necessary legal formalities with the Sub-Divisional Magistrate. Relieved by this advice, Kumar called his wife, Rashi, to tell her the news. Her response was immediate: “Bring her home,” she said, with joy and excitement.
By the time Kumar returned home that evening, Rashi had already bought everything the baby would need: diapers, wet wipes, milk, and new clothes. Despite the legal uncertainties and the hurdles they were about to face, the couple was thrilled to welcome the baby girl into their home.
Legal Hurdles and Emotional Turmoil
Kumar wasted no time in trying to navigate the legal process. He attempted to contact the Ghaziabad Child Welfare Committee (CWC), the governing body responsible for overseeing the welfare of abandoned children. However, all his calls went unanswered, as the CWC office was closed for the day.
Undeterred, Kumar sat down that evening to write letters to his senior officers, informing them of his intentions to keep the baby. At 6:30 p.m., the child was officially in his care. “My neighbors and my wife had organized a grand welcome for her. Some of them even took pictures and shared them on social media,” he recounted. The night flew by as Kumar and his wife spent every moment looking at the baby, already feeling a parental bond forming.
Kumar had resolved to take the baby to a private hospital the following morning for a thorough medical checkup. However, their newfound joy was not destined to last without complications.
Social Media Uproar and Legal Interventions
As the couple’s social media posts about the baby went viral, their story attracted the attention of the Ghaziabad Child Welfare Department. The next morning, Kumar received a call from the department, informing him that he had broken the law.
“You cannot take a baby home like that,” said Kaumudi Chaudhary, an official from the Child Welfare Department. “There is an entire process that needs to be followed.” The official clarified that Kumar had violated legal procedures by bypassing the formal adoption process.
The Child Welfare Department demanded that the baby be admitted to the M.M.G. Hospital in Ghaziabad. The child was immediately taken there, where doctors conducted basic infection tests to ensure her health. The department explained that they would issue missing child posters and wait for one month to see if anyone came forward to claim the child. If no one did, the baby would then be eligible for legal adoption—a process that could take an additional two months.
The Road Ahead: A Battle for Adoption
Despite the legal complications, Kumar remains committed to adopting the baby. He acknowledges that the road ahead will be challenging, but he and his wife are prepared to fight for the child they already consider their own. The couple hopes that once the formal procedures are completed, they will legally be able to adopt the girl and give her the life she deserves.
Kumar’s story is a testament to the unpredictable nature of life and the profound impact one moment can have on the future. What began as a routine police investigation turned into a deeply personal struggle, one that may ultimately bring Kumar and his wife the joy of becoming parents after years of longing.
Conclusion
While legal formalities must be followed to protect the welfare of abandoned children, Kumar’s case highlights the emotional complexities that often accompany such situations. His determination to adopt the baby demonstrates the powerful bond that can form between a child and their would-be parents, even under the most unexpected circumstances. For Kumar and Rashi, the fight is just beginning—but they are resolved to do whatever it takes to bring their daughter home for good.
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