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Lost Woman Returns Home After Two Years
11 Oct
Summary
- Woman missing for two years reunited with her son.
- Hospital staff and police coordinated for the search.
- Mental health treatment aided her recovery and return.
A remarkable reunion occurred this week when a woman, missing for nearly two years, returned to her family in Chhattisgarh. The dedicated staff of Nagpur's Regional Mental Hospital led a 10-month search that culminated in an emotional homecoming just before Navratri.
Admitted on January 2, the 45-year-old woman was unable to provide clear identification or her address. Despite initial language barriers and providing different names, psychiatric treatment by Drs. Pankaj Bagde and Krunali Uke gradually improved her condition. Social service superintendent Kunda Katkhaye Bidkar's persistent efforts involved contacting numerous police stations across two states.
A breakthrough came when the woman mentioned relatives in Korba district, leading to a swift collaboration with Korba police and Mother Teresa Ashram in Raipur. Inspector Narhari Patel's pursuit of the lead, with assistance from Ratanpur police station, quickly located her son.
The joyous reunion was first shared via video call, followed by her son and son-in-law traveling to Nagpur to bring her home. Medical superintendent Dr. Amrish Mohbe emphasized that mental healthcare extends beyond medication to reconnecting patients with their loved ones and society.
