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According to social organizations, thousands of cases are either unreported or inadequately prosecuted annually. The true scale is believed to be many times higher, with estimates indicating that bold figures like 90% of trafficked boys come through select routes involving organized networks.
The Impact on Victims and Society
Victims of bachabazi are deeply traumatized, often suffering from PTSD, depression, and suicidal tendencies. Many struggle to reintegrate into society, facing societal stigma and family rejection. Some boys, broken physically and emotionally, become perpetrators themselves, continuing the cycle of abuse.