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Jayesh Bodade, missing from Akola since 2018, was found in a gaushala at Rampur Bushahr, Shimla, after years of survival through odd jobs. Thanks to Akola Police’s Operation Muskaan, he was reunited with his father, bringing closure to an eight-year-long search filled with hope and heartbreak.
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A heartwarming story unfolded this week as a missing youth from Akola, Maharashtra, was finally reunited with his family in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. The case highlights resilience, community support, and the relentless pursuit of justice by local authorities.
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Jayesh Bodade, who went missing in 2018 at the age of 11, survived by working odd jobs across different towns. His journey eventually led him to Rampur Bushahr in Shimla district.
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Three months ago, Jayesh arrived at a gaushala seeking food and shelter. The cow shelter offered him work as a caretaker with a monthly salary of Rs 6,000.
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The gaushala pradhan, Puranchand Sharma, encouraged Jayesh with words of faith, telling him that sincere service would bring good fortune. These words proved prophetic when police traced Jayesh soon after.
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Akola Police, under Operation Muskaan, successfully identified and located Jayesh. The operation, aimed at finding missing children, played a pivotal role in reuniting him with his father, Sudhakar Bodade.
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The reunion was deeply emotional, with tears of relief and joy marking the end of years of uncertainty. Jayesh himself admitted he had planned to surprise his family later, but fate intervened earlier through police efforts.
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The case underscores the importance of community vigilance, institutional support, and the enduring hope of families waiting for their loved ones.
Jayesh’s story is not just about a reunion but about survival, faith, and the power of coordinated action. From Akola to Shimla, his journey reflects the resilience of youth and the compassion of communities that step in to help.
Sources: The Indian Express, Jansatta, Akola News
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