ANDHRA PRADESH: In a shocking incident, a newborn baby girl was discovered abandoned in a drain in Andhra Pradesh. The infant was rescued by alert locals after being left in distress. The incident unfoldedin ,Andhra Pradesh.
The heart-wrenching episode began when a woman, whose identity remains undisclosed, reportedly left her newborn baby in a drain and subsequently checked herself into a nearby hospital. The child’s fortunate rescue was made possible by the quick response of the local community.
Upon discovery, the infant girl was found to be covered in dirt but fortunately in stable condition. The baby is currently under close observation and care at a local hospital. Authorities, however, are yet to determine the child’s custody.
A medical officer at the hospital, who tended to the woman, described the distressing scene when she arrived at the hospital at dawn. The woman claimed her newborn baby had passed away, raising immediate concerns.
“We were on a morning walk when we heard the baby’s cries. When we looked for the source of the cries, we found the baby in the drain and took her out,” a local resident recounted, highlighting the community’s prompt and compassionate response, as reported by NDTV.
A police official from Palamner, Andhra Pradesh, revealed that the unidentified woman hails from Karnataka. The infant has been entrusted into the care of Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) officers, and the Child Welfare Committee will be responsible for making decisions regarding the child’s future.
This disturbing incident underscores the critical need for vigilance and awareness when it comes to the welfare of vulnerable infants and underscores the importance of community action in safeguarding their well-being.
This is a developing story, and further details may emerge as the investigation continues.
