In 2022, the number of human trafficking cases per million population in India was 1.63. It was an increase compared to the values recorded a year before. In the last few years, the occurrence of this severe offense went down significantly.

In 2022, over one thousand human trafficking cases were reported with almost three thousand victims across India. The state of Maharashtra had the highest number of human trafficking cases in the country with over 230 cases.

In 2022, trafficking of girls accounted for 36.8 percent of the total cases of child trafficking in India. It was a notable decrease compared to the figures obtained in 2021. Trafficking of minors is a serious and punishable offense recognized by the constitution of India.

In 2022, the Indian city of Delhi reported 79 human trafficking cases with over 511 victims. Closely followed by the city of Mumbai with about 44 cases and 62 victims that year.

In 2020, there were close to 1.4 thousand boys who were victims of human trafficking in India. Meanwhile, the number of girl victims of human trafficking across the country was smaller, with 845 during the same time period.

Sexual exploitation of minors in India

India, with its complex hierarchical social system, is known to be predominantly patriarchal. It is therefore not uncommon, that existing gender norms favor and empower male members of society rather than it’s female ones. Studies indicate that girls from lower castes and those belonging to the lower end of the socio-economic strata are most vulnerable to sexual exploitation. This is largely a consequence of child, early, and forced marriage. In a patriarchal society, the perceived gender norm for males is typically the expectation of “being strong”, which may often discourage young male victims of sexual abuse from seeking help. This is also known to fuel stigmatization which could further exacerbate instances of sexual violence going unreported.

Education for children in India

For a developing country like India, primary education is a crucial first step toward alleviating poverty, reducing crime and violence against children, and improving the lives of many in the present and future. Studies reflect a positive correlation between the level of education of a person and their standard of living. Despite significant strides having been made in this sector with government initiatives such as Sarva Shikshan Abhiyan or universal elementary education, less than 50 percent of all school-eligible children do not have access to elementary education.

More than 52 thousand people were prosecuted for their involvement in drug trafficking in India in 2018. This figure represents a significant increase from the previous year.

Railway Crime: Railway Protection Force: Indian Panel Code: Number of Arrest Made: Trafficking of Contraband Goods data was reported at 317.000 Unit in 2015. This records an increase from the previous number of 288.000 Unit for 2014. Railway Crime: Railway Protection Force: Indian Panel Code: Number of Arrest Made: Trafficking of Contraband Goods data is updated yearly, averaging 317.000 Unit from Jun 2013 (Median) to 2015, with 3 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 387.000 Unit in 2013 and a record low of 288.000 Unit in 2014. Railway Crime: Railway Protection Force: Indian Panel Code: Number of Arrest Made: Trafficking of Contraband Goods data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Ministry of Railways. The data is categorized under India Premium Database’s Transportation, Post and Telecom Sector – Table IN.TB018: Railway Statistics: Railway Crime.

This statistic shows the number of persons convicted for drug trafficking in India between 2013 and 2017. More than 27 thousand people were convicted for their involvement in drug trafficking. As seen from the graph, 2015 saw the most number of convictions with over 38 thousand people found guilty for drug trafficking.

In 2022, more than 83 thousand children in India were missing. In comparison to the previous year, the number of missing children in the country increased significantly. Many of these cases were likely to have close links to human trafficking and child labor.

Worldwide, India was the country with the highest number of people living in modern slavery, either as forced laborers, sexual exploitation, forced marriages or other forms of coercion. An estimated 11 million people were living in modern slavery in India, followed by 5.8 million in China. This may come as no surprise as these are the two most populous countries worldwide. North Korea was the country with the highest number of people in modern slavery per 1,000 inhabitants.

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Lawful Interception Market Size 2024-2028

The lawful interception (LI) market size is forecast to increase by USD 14.35 billion at a CAGR of 32.57% between 2023 and 2028.

In the dynamic landscape of the market, three distinct drivers are shaping its growth trajectory. Firstly, the increasing vulnerability to crime and terrorism necessitates strong interception solutions to ensure public safety and national security. Secondly, recent developments by companies of lawful interception solutions are introducing advanced capabilities, such as real-time data analysis and encryption, to meet evolving security needs. Lastly, security and privacy concerns regarding lawful interception continue to fuel market growth, as stakeholders seek to balance the need for interception with individual rights and data protection. These solutions are integral to cloud-based interception systems, ensuring data security in enterprises.These trends are accompanied by challenges, including regulatory complexities and the need for interoperability between different systems, which market participants must navigate to succeed in this evolving market.

What will be the Size of the Lawful Interception Market During the Forecast Period?

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The market encompasses innovative intelligence solutions that enable authorized entities to intercept and monitor communication modalities, including audio-video calls and facsimile (Fax), in compliance with cloud security regulations. The LI market is driven by the increasing prevalence of cybercrimes and digitalization, leading to a ripple in cybernetic traffic and data breaches. Communication devices and digital images are also subject to interception, making LI solutions essential for maintaining security and integrity in the digital world.

Lawful interception solutions are essential for ensuring effective surveillance systems that support communication monitoring while adhering to data privacy regulations. These systems, often equipped with interception software, enable telecom monitoring and real-time monitoring of encrypted communications to prevent cybercrime. Cloud-based interception offers scalability, allowing for seamless integration with existing network security infrastructures. Mobile surveillance and automated interception tools enhance the ability to track communications across various platforms. These solutions ensure government compliance by meeting legal requirements and safeguarding sensitive data. With increasing demands for cybercrime prevention, lawful interception plays a critical role in securing communications while maintaining adherence to legal compliance tools and regulations. This balance is crucial for both privacy protection and national security.

Lawful Interception Market Segmentation

The lawful interception market research report provides comprehensive data (region-wise segment analysis), with forecasts and estimates in 'USD billion' for the period 2024-2028, as well as historical data from 2018 - 2022 for the following segments.

End-user

  Law enforcement agencies
  Enterprises


Component

  Solutions
  Services


Network Technology

  VoIP
  WLAN
  WiMAX
  DSL
  PSTN
  ISDN
  Mobile Voice Telephony
  Mobile Data
  Others


Communication Technology

  VoIP
  WLAN
  WiMAX
  DSL
  PSTN
  ISDN
  Mobile Voice Telephony
  Mobile Data
  Others
  Voice Communication
  Video
  Text Messaging
  Facsimile
  Digital Pictures
  Data Downloads
  File Transfer
  Others


Geography

  North America

    Canada
    US


  Europe

    Germany
    UK
    France


  APAC

    China
    India
    Japan
    South Korea


  Middle East and Africa

    South Africa
    Egypt


  South America

    Brazil

By End-user Insights

The law enforcement agencies segment is estimated to witness significant growth during the forecast period. The market is a critical component in the global efforts to combat criminal activities and ensure national security. AQSACOM Innovating Intelligence leads the charge in this domain, providing advanced solutions for intercepting communication in various modalities, including audio-video calls. With the increasing adoption of cloud computing and cloud security regulations, cloud-based interception solutions have emerged as a preferred choice for enterprises and government agencies. These solutions enable the monitoring of data traffic, file transfers, and digital images, ensuring the prevention of data breaches and illegal online activities. Communication technology, including DSL, ISDN, and ISPs, plays a significant role in the LI market.

Criminals often exploit these communication devices and modalities to conduct criminal operations, such as drug trafficking and financial crimes. To counteract these threats, intelligence and law enforcement agencies require due diligence in impleme

This statistic shows the number of persons arrested in illicit drug cases in India between 2013 to 2017. As seen from the graph, 2017 saw the most number of arrests with over 56 thousand people arrested for drug trafficking. These arrests also included persons of foreign nationalities.

A survey conducted among global experts about the factors that make a country unsafe found India the most dangerous country for women in 2018, based on rankings. India ranked number one in the culture and religion, sexual violence and human trafficking categories. The country was perceived as most dangerous for women in terms of cultural, tribal and religious traditions or customary practices, in addition to the sexual violence. The latter included rape and forced labor, marriage and/or sexual slavery.

Violence against women The majority of women in India, regardless of age group, do not feel safe being alone. Be it on the streets, in the markets or supermarkets or even at work or home. Going out alone after dark is usually ridden with fear of being sexually harassed or raped. In 2018, over 33 thousand rape cases were reported in India, while approximately one-third of all women in India claim to have experienced some form of sexual crime.

Marriage and women’s empowerment

The third millennium development goal, set to be fulfilled by 2015, was to ensure gender equality and empower women. Figures show, however, that this was far from fulfilled. The position of a woman in Indian society is determined by her marital status. If she is married, she is considered secure, settled and complete in society. For this reason, marriage below the legal in many social groups is not uncommon.

Studies suggest that the general perception relative to equal rights for women in India is considered to be an issue that has been overstated, or considered unreasonable due to cultural biases and myopic views. Empowerment studies indicate that the only weapon to counter sexual and gender discrimination is education.

In 2022, approximately 2.5 million people were living with HIV in India. However, there has been a constant decrease in the number of people living with HIV (PLHIV) since 2003, and from 2008 onward, there have been less than three million PLHIV yearly.

HIV risk-groups

India’s HIV epidemic is the third-largest in the world. However, this is primarily concentrated among key populations who are at a higher risk of contracting the disease. One of the main drivers of this is unprotected sex among female sex workers and their clients, partners, and spouses. Injecting drugs are also becoming one of the common ways through which HIV can be transmitted due to the reuse of needles. In addition, the prevalence of HIV is higher among men than women. This can be attributed to the increase in the share of men who have sex with men, migrant workers, and drug use injections.

Sex-workers

While prostitution is considered legal in India, all activities associated with running brothels or sex trafficking are prohibited. As a result, there is severe police activity targeting sex workers, with routine raids in areas with brothels justified by related laws. A recent study in Andhra Pradesh suggested a positive correlation between police abuse and an increased risk of HIV along with inconsistency in the usage of condoms. It is not uncommon that stigma and discrimination against sex-workers limit their access to decent healthcare in India.

The Indian state of Sikkim utilized about 125 percent of share of the National Legal Services Authority fund in financial year 2022. By contrast, Goa utilized only about 49 percent of the NALSA fund that year.

National Legal Services Authority The NALSA, located in New Delhi, first came into being under the Legal Services Authorities Acts of 1987. The primary role of this body is to provide free legal services to the weaker sections of society while ensuring that opportunities for securing justice are accessible and affordable to every citizen of the country. In addition, it also carries the onus of organizing Lok Adalats which translates as “people’s court”. Lok Adalat is an official judicial alternative dispute resolution system, which attempts to settle pending cases at the panchayat level or village council level. In a court of law, this serves as a formal pre-litigation stage. Legal aid in India Free legal services include free legal aid in all civil and criminal matters for the socio-economically weaker sections of society. Primarily, it alludes to the marginalized sections of society unable to afford lawyer services for settling any legal proceedings in a court. However, free legal aid may include the nominal charges such as payment of court fees or other miscellaneous charges relative to legal proceedings. The sections of society enlisted under the Legal Services Authorities Act are women and children, victims of human trafficking or natural disasters, a mentally disabled person, citizens with an annual income of less than nine thousand rupees, industrial workmen and members belonging to scheduled casts and tribes.