Karnataka sees a notable decline in child marriage cases in 2025. Mysuru and Mandya report fewer incidents due to public awareness, police vigilance, and swift intervention by the Child Protection Department.
Mysuru has witnessed a notable decline in child marriage cases this year, according to a recent government report covering data up to 10 October. Districts including Mysuru and Mandya have recorded a substantial decrease compared to the previous two years. Officials attribute this positive trend to heightened public awareness, strict police monitoring, and prompt interventions by the Karnataka Child Protection Department.
123 Cases Prevented Out of 142 Complaints in Mysuru
In Mysuru alone, only 19 child marriages were reported from January to October 2025. During the same period, the district’s Child Protection Unit received 142 complaints, of which 123 cases were successfully prevented.